Which anatomical structure houses the malleus, incus and stapes?
A.
Skull
B.
Lungs
C.
Ear
D.
Mouth
The correct answer is:
C. Ear
Explanation:
- A. Skull: The skull houses various structures, including the brain and sensory organs, but it does not specifically house the malleus, incus, and stapes.
- B. Lungs: The lungs are involved in respiration and have no relation to the malleus, incus, and stapes.
- C. Ear: The malleus, incus, and stapes are the three small bones (ossicles) located in the middle ear. They are involved in transmitting sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.
- D. Mouth: The mouth is involved in ingestion and speech but does not contain the malleus, incus, or stapes.
Correct answer: C