The function of the Eustachian tube is to..........

  • A
    Supply air to the ear ossicles
  • B
    Remove wax from the middle ear
  • C
    Maintain the shape of the middle ear
  • D
    Equalize the air pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane and protect the middle ear from damage by loud sounds

Explore More

Similar Questions

Which structure helps humans in maintaining balance?

Write short notes on the following:
$(a)$ Ear ossicles
$(b)$ Cochlea
$(c)$ Organ of Corti
$(d)$ Synapse

The Organ of Corti is found in:

The vestibular apparatus of the human ear is composed of:

Arrange the following events in a correct order that lead to the formation of an auditory impulse in human ears from the codes given below:
$I.$ Vibration is transferred from the malleus to the incus and then to stapes
$II.$ Basilar membrane moves up and down
$III.$ Nerve impulse is transmitted by cochlear nerve to auditory cortex of brain for impulse analysis and recognition
$IV.$ Sound waves pass through ear canal
$V.$ Stereocilia of hair cells of organ of Corti rub against tectorial membrane
$VI.$ Sound waves cause ear drum to vibrate
$VII.$ Nerve impulse is generated
$VIII.$ Vibrations move from fluid of vestibular canal to the fluid of tympanic canal
$IX.$ Membrane at oval window vibrates

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo