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What is the role of the ossicles in the ear?.
- A.To amplify sound vibrations
- B.To convert sound into electrical signals
- C.To detect sound frequency
- D.To protect the eardrum
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- To amplify sound vibrations
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The ossicles, which are three tiny bones in the middle ear, amplify sound vibrations from the eardrum before they reach the cochlea. This amplification is crucial for effective hearing.
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