Model of Human Ear
Model of Human Ear

Code Number: 3C10.10

Demo Title: Model of the Human Ear

Condition: Good

Principle: Audible Frequency Range of the Human Ear

Area of Study: Acoustics, Biology

Equipment: 

Human Ear Model.

Procedure: 

See also 3C10.10 in Oscillations and Acoustics.

No advanced notice required.  Parts of the ear are numbered and an explanation of these parts can be found in the file.

References:

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