Deaf and Hard of Hearing

How the Ears Work

Sun 12 Jan 2020

The ears collect sounds and turn them into messages for the brain to interpret. They also send information about balance to the brain. In this animated video, you'll learn the fascinating process by which sound is received and made understandable.

Watch the video.

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