Which statement is incorrect-

Correct option is A

Sol. The ossicles are actually three bones (malleus, incus, and stapes) located in the middle ear. The statement that they are 2 bones is incorrect.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Ossicles are 2 bones – Incorrect answer. The ossicles are three bones in the middle ear, not two. They are critical for transmitting sound vibrations.
· (b) Tympanic membrane is also known as eardrum – This statement is correct. The tympanic membrane is commonly called the eardrum and it vibrates in response to sound waves.
· (c) Cochlea is the part of inner ear – This is correct. The cochlea is a part of the inner ear responsible for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.
· (d) Pinna is part of external ear – This is correct. The pinna is the visible part of the external ear that helps capture sound.