Image SS2599851 (Colored SEM Of An Eardrum)Colored Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of an Ear

Image SS2599851 (Colored SEM Of An Eardrum)Colored Scanning Electron Micrograph (SEM) of an Eardrum (red). The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is located in the middle ear. It is a thin, cone-shaped membrane that separates the external ear from the middle earThe eardrum transmits sound to the inner ear through three tiny bones called the ossicles (malleus, incus and stapes).View More Amazing SEMs Of The Inner Ear The malleus (center) is attached to the inner eardrum. It articulates with the incus (right), which, in turn, links to the stapes (not seen). The middle ear transforms sound waves into vibrations in the fluid-filled cochlea of the inner ear, which are then sent as nerve signals to the brain. Magnification: x16 when printed 10 centimeters wide.© Steve Gschmeissner / Science Source -- source link

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