Functional areas of the ear
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The whole ear from the functional standpoints “sound conduction” and "sound perception”. Important to understand hearing damage.
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2015-12-04
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In the sound conduction system of the outer and middle ear, the sound wave is retained in its original type; the vibrations are simply amplified and passed on. When the sound wave is introduced into the sound perception system of the inner ear, a mechanical transformation into a traveling wave takes place, which the receptor cells then transform into electric nerve impulses.
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Here the question can be raised as to what extent a weakening or interruption of this system leads to a reduction of hearing ability.
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The human body
Structure and function of a sensory organ
Information and ideas:
Here the question can be raised as to what extent a weakening or interruption of this system leads to a reduction of hearing ability.
Relevant for teaching:
The human body
Structure and function of a sensory organ
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Biology; Personal, social and health education (PSHE)
Grade 1 to 4; Grade 5 to 6
Elementary school; Middle/high school; Vocational training
Ear; Hearing impairment; Ear (inner ear); Ear (middle ear); Ear (outer ear); Hearing impairment; Inclusion
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