Human Anatomy

9th Edition

ISBN: 9780135168059

Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon

Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,

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Chapter 16, Problem 3RQ

The transmission of sound vibrations through the internal ear occurs chieï¬‚y

through (a) nerve fibers, (b) air, (c) ï¬‚uid, (d) bone.

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