Ossicles Collection

Human ear anatomy. Computer artwork of the structure of the human ear, showing the outer ear (left), middle ear and inner ear (right)

Cross section illustration of ear of domestic cat (Felis Catus)

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

Middle ear bone, SEM
Middle ear bone. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of the human middle ear, showing the stapes (ring-shaped). The stapes is one of three bones (known as the ossicles)

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

Middle ear anatomy, 1844 artwork
Middle ear anatomy. This anatomical artwork is figure 5, plate 81 from volume 3 (1844) of Traite complet de l anatomie de l homme (1831-1854)

Ear, artwork
Ear. Computer artwork of the middle and inner ear. The middle ear includes the ear bones (ossicles, green), the ear canal (auditory canal, orange) and the ear drum (tympanic membrane, yellow)

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Ossicles: The Tiny Marvels of the Inner Ear Step into the fascinating world of ossicles, the unsung heroes responsible for our sense of hearing. These minuscule bones play a crucial role in transmitting sound waves from the outer to the inner ear, allowing us to perceive and interpret sounds around us. In a cross-section illustration of a domestic cat's ear (Felis Catus), we get an up-close look at these remarkable structures. Nestled within the intricate inner ear anatomy (C018/6400), we can see how they can perfectly positioned to capture vibrations and transform them into auditory signals. Zooming in further, another image (C018/6379) reveals their delicate nature. Composed of three tiny bones - malleus, incus, and stapes - they form a chain-like connection between the eardrum and cochlea. This arrangement ensures that even faintest sounds are efficiently transmitted through this pathway. The significance becomes clearer as we explore more images (C018/6393). A closer examination showcases their intricate design and highlights their ability to amplify sound waves before reaching the sensitive hair cells in our ears, and is truly awe-inspiring how such small structures can have such a profound impact on our perception of sound. Not limited to feline ears alone, humans also possess these incredible mechanisms. An artwork depicting human ear anatomy offers insights into how similar yet unique our own ossicular system is compared to other mammals' (C018/6387). To better understand their physical appearance, scanning electron microscope images provide astonishing details about individual components like eardrums (SEM) or middle ear bones (SEM). These high-resolution visuals bring forth an appreciation for their microscopic intricacy while showcasing nature's brilliance at work. As we delve deeper into this captivating subject matter with another SEM image set featuring eardrums and middle ear bones once again, we can't help but marvel at the complexity of these seemingly simple structures.