In what order do the following structures vibrate as sound is transmitted?
1) stapes
2) tympanic membrane
3) oval window
4) incus
5) malleus
A) 5, 1, 4, 2, 3
B) 3, 4, 5, 1, 2
C) 2, 1, 5, 4, 3
D) 2, 5, 4, 1, 3

Question

In what order do the following structures vibrate as sound is transmitted? 
1) stapes
2) tympanic membrane
3) oval window
4) incus
5) malleus
A) 5, 1, 4, 2, 3
B) 3, 4, 5, 1, 2
C) 2, 1, 5, 4, 3
D) 2, 5, 4, 1, 3

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The correct order of vibration as sound is transmitted through the ear is: tympanic membrane (2), malleus (5), incus (4), stapes (1), and finally the oval window (3). This sequence follows the path of sound from the outer ear, through the middle ear, and into the inner ear.

In What Order Do the Following Structures Vibrate as Sound