Question

question 10 of 10
the ____ protects the ear, collects sounds, and channels them to the middle ear.
a. outer ear
b. ear drum
c. middle ear
d. front ear

Explanation:

The outer ear (pinna and ear canal) has the function of protecting the ear, collecting sound waves from the environment, and directing them into the middle ear. The eardrum (tympanic membrane) is part of the middle ear - related structure for sound transmission, the middle ear contains ossicles for sound amplification, and "front ear" is not a standard anatomical term for the ear's functional part. So the outer ear matches the described functions.

Answer:

A. outer ear