Physics A-Level
Ossicles
What Ossicles means in Physics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Ossicles
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The malleus, incus and stapes transmit and amplify vibrations from the tympanic membrane to the oval window.
Topics that use Ossicles
- Ear as a sound detection system (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
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