The Auditory Tubes

Question

The auditory tubes
A)aid in moistening the inhaled air.
B)help equalize the air pressure on each side of the tympanic membrane.
C)contain the receptors for sensing sound waves.
D)aid in filtering the inhaled air.

Accepted Answer

The auditory tubes, also known as Eustachian tubes, are responsible for equalizing the air pressure on each side of the tympanic membrane, which helps to prevent damage to the ear drum. They do not aid in moistening, sound sensing or filtering air.