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How do the ossicles contribute to hearing?.
- A.They convert sound vibrations into electrical signals.
- B.They amplify the vibrations from the eardrum.
- C.They detect sound frequencies.
- D.They protect the cochlea from loud noises.
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- They amplify the vibrations from the eardrum.
Explanation
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The ossicles are three small bones that transmit and amplify the vibrations from the eardrum to the cochlea, enhancing the sound signal.
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