Auditory Sense Collection

Inner ear hairs, SEM
Inner ear hairs. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stereocilia, sensory hair-like projections, from hair cells of the cochlea of the inner ear

Organ of Corti, inner ear, SEM
Organ of Corti. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the organ of Corti from the cochlea of the inner ear. The bony capsule that encloses the organ has been removed to reveal the organs

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6400
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6379
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6393
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6387
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6397
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Inner ear anatomy C018 / 6402
Inner ear anatomy. Computer artwork of a section through the inner part of a human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The eardrum transmits sounds, as vibrations

Eardrum, SEM
Eardrum. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of an eardrum (red). The eardrum, or tympanic membrane, is located in the middle ear

Inner ear sensory cells, SEM
Inner ear sensory cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of bundles of cilia (hair cells, blue) situated in the macula utriculi within the human inner ear

Inner ear sensory hairs
Inner ear hair cells. Confocal light micrograph of V-shaped rows of hair cells (bright arcs) in the organ of Corti. This structure lies in the cochlea of the inner ear

Stereocilia in ear, SEM
Stereocilia in ear. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of stereocilia (yellow) in a healthy inner ear. The inner ear converts sound waves into nerve impulses by stimulation of

Artwork of sensory organs in middle & inner ear
Middle and inner ear. Artwork illustrating the internal organs of the human ear. The middle ear transmits sound from the ear drum (pink centre left) to the inner ear

False-colour SEM of ciliated hair cells in the ear
Inner ear. False-colour scanning electron micrograph of bundles of ciliated hair cells (pink) situated in the macula utriculi within the human inner ear

False-colour SEM of hair cells in the inner ear
Inner ear. False-colour scanning electron micrograph of hair cells (yellow) which are part of the Organ of Corti in the inner ear

False-colour SEM of macula utriculi of inner ear
Inner ear. False-colour scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of ciliated hair cells (pink) of the macula utriculi, the neurosensory part of the utriculus

Illustration of a hair cell in the human inner ear
Illustration of a single sensory " hair" cell of the organ of Corti, the sense organ of the cochlea in the human inner ear

Woman listening, with a hand cupped to her ear

Ear

Thermogram of a close-up of a human ear
Human ear. Thermogram of a close-up view of a mans ear, showing variations in temperature. The temperature runs from red (warmest) through yellow, green, cyan and blue to mauve (coldest)

External view of a mans ear
Ear. View of a mans ear. The external part of the ear (the pinna) serves to channel sound waves towards the inner ear

Computer-enhanced view of human face and ear pinna
Hearing. Abstract computer-enhanced view of a womans face in profile with an ear pinna in the background. The pinna (outer ear) directs sound down the ear canal (upper centre) to the eardrum

Artwork of the hearing organs of the human ear
Organs of hearing. Artwork illustrating the hearing organs of the human ear. At left is the visible part of the ear, the pinna, which channels sound waves along the ear canal to the ear drum

Hearing
MODEL RELEASED. Hearing. Abstract depiction of human hearing, in which spectra of light are seen entering the ear of a young woman

3-D computer model of the anatomy of the human ear
Ear anatomy. Three-dimensional computer model of the anatomy of the human ear. Bone is dark blue. At right, the outer ear pinna collects sound waves which pass down the auditory canal to strike

Swirling effect around ear pinna of a child
Ear pinna. Swirling effect around the ear pinna (auricle) of a young girl. This fleshy part of the outer ear, made of cartilage and skin, serves to collect sound and direct it into the ear canal

Hearing a loud sound: girl plugs ears with fingers
MODEL RELEASED. Hearing a loud sound. Young girl plugs her ears with her fingers to block out a loud sound. Her eyes are closed and her face is straining to the loudness of this noise

Artwork of section through human ear
Artwork of a section through the human ear, showing the outer ear (auricle or pinna) at left, the earhole passage (more correctly called the external auditory meatus)

Inner ear anatomy, artwork
Inner ear anatomy. Artwork showing the anatomy of the inner human ear, the organ of hearing and balance. The ear canal (bottom) leads from the pinna (not seen), the visible part of the ear

Inner ear hair cells, light micrograph
Inner ear hair cells. Fluorescent light micrograph of sensory hair cells (blue) from the cochlea of the inner ear. The protein GLAST (glutamate-aspartate transporter) has been labelled red

Inner ear hair cells, SEM
Inner ear hair cells. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of sensory hair cells from the organ of Corti, in the cochlea of a mammalian inner ear

Human ear anatomy, artwork
Human ear anatomy. Computer artwork of the structure of the human ear, showing the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. The inner ear contains the cochlea (coiled, upper centre)

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"Unveiling the Intricacies of Auditory Sense: Exploring the Inner Ear's Marvels" Delve into the captivating world as we unravel the hidden wonders within our inner ear. Through scanning electron microscopy (SEM), we can witness the intricate network of inner ear hairs, resembling delicate filaments that play a crucial role in our hearing. The Organ of Corti takes center stage, nestled within the depths of our inner ear. SEM imagery reveals its remarkable structure, showcasing rows upon rows of sensory hair cells meticulously arranged to capture sound vibrations and transform them into electrical signals for our brain to interpret. Embark on a visual journey through inner ear anatomy captured by C018 / 6400 SEM image – an awe-inspiring display unveiling the labyrinthine complexity that enables us to perceive sound. Witness how each component harmoniously contributes to this extraordinary system; from C018 / 6379 displaying cochlear ducts and spiral ganglion cells, to C018 / 6393 highlighting vestibular organs responsible for balance and spatial orientation. Marvel at C018 / 6387 capturing cochlear nerve fibers intertwining with blood vessels, illustrating their vital role in transmitting auditory information. Explore further with C018 / 6397 revealing detailed views of cochlea cross-sections, providing insight into its unique architecture. Witnessing these microscopic wonders doesn't end here - immerse yourself in C018 / 6402 SEM image showcasing vibrant inner ear hair cells. These specialized structures amplify sound waves and transmit them towards sensory cells depicted beautifully in another stunning SEM image. Even beyond these mesmerizing visuals lies yet another fascinating aspect: behold an up-close view of eardrum captured by SEM imaging techniques. Discover its intricate patterns and textures that enable it to vibrate when struck by sound waves – a gateway for auditory sensations. Intriguingly complex yet exquisitely designed, our auditory sense is truly a marvel of nature.