Puncturing the tympanic membrane would
A) make you totally deaf.
B) prevent the normal transmission of sound vibration.
C) destroy the sense receptors for hearing.
D) account for why some people who hear still cannot sing a tune.
E) account for dizziness and equilibrium problems.

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The tympanic membrane (eardrum) is responsible for transmitting sound vibrations from the outer ear to the middle ear. Puncturing it would prevent the normal transmission of sound vibration, resulting in hearing loss. However, it would not necessarily destroy the sense receptors for hearing or account for dizziness and equilibrium problems. It may contribute to difficulties with singing, but this issue is complex and has multiple potential causes.

Puncturing the Tympanic Membrane Would