Ossicles: sense that perceives noises.
Anvil: middle ossicle of the middle ear.
Head of the stirrup: top part of the stapes.
Stirrup: ossicle of the middle ear connected to the incus.
Base of the stirrup: lower part of the stapes.
Hammer: first ossicle of the middle ear.
Head of the hammer: top part of the malleus.

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The ear is the sense organ that detects sounds. The vertebrate ear shows a common biology from fish to humans, with variations in structure according to order and species. It not only acts as a receiver for sound, but plays a major role in the sense of balance and body position.

Animation : Ear Drum

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Objet virtuel : Ear Drum

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