Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

Anatomy & Physiology

7. The Skeletal System

Introduction to the Skeleton

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Multiple Choice

The auditory ossicles include which of the following bones?

Tibia

Malleus

Scapula

Femur

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Begin by understanding the function and location of the auditory ossicles. These are small bones located in the middle ear that play a crucial role in hearing by transmitting sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear.

Identify the three bones that make up the auditory ossicles: the malleus, incus, and stapes. These bones are collectively known as the ossicular chain.

Recognize that the malleus is one of the auditory ossicles. It is the first bone in the chain and is attached to the eardrum, transmitting vibrations to the incus.

Compare the given options with the known auditory ossicles. The tibia, scapula, and femur are not part of the auditory ossicles; they are bones located in other parts of the body.

Conclude that the malleus is the correct answer, as it is one of the three bones that constitute the auditory ossicles, unlike the other options provided.