AST Surgical Technologist Practice Exam

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What is another name for the tympanic membrane?

Auditory canal
Inner ear
Ear drum
Ossicles

The correct answer is: Ear drum

The tympanic membrane is commonly known as the ear drum. This membrane plays a crucial role in the auditory system as it vibrates in response to sound waves, converting these vibrations into mechanical energy that is transmitted to the ossicles, the tiny bones in the middle ear. Understanding this relationship is essential for comprehending how sound is processed by the ear. The other terms listed refer to different structures within the ear: the auditory canal is the passageway leading to the tympanic membrane, the inner ear contains the cochlea and vestibular system responsible for hearing and balance, and ossicles are the small bones that amplify sound vibrations. Recognizing these distinctions helps clarify the role of the tympanic membrane in hearing.