What is the function of the stirrup in the human body?

1 Answer
Jun 22, 2016

The stirrup or Stapes is actually one of the ear bones or ossicles, along with the Incus (the anvil) and the Malleus (the hammer).

Explanation:

The stirrup or Stapes is actually one of the ear bones or ossicles, along with the Incus (the anvil) and the Malleus (the hammer).

These three bones vibrate to transfer sound waves from the tympanic membrane (eardrum) to the fluids in the cochlea or inner ear.

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