________ deafness results from conditions in the middle ear that block the normal transfer of vibrations from the tympanic membrane to the oval window.

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Conduction deafness refers to hearing loss caused by an obstruction or damage to the ear's mechanical system that conducts sound waves to the inner ear. This can include issues with the middle ear such as a buildup of earwax, fluid in the middle ear, or damage to the ossicles (small bones). Nerve deafness (A) refers to hearing loss caused by damage to the inner ear or the auditory nerve, and cochlear deafness (E) specifically refers to hearing loss caused by damage to the cochlea. Corti (B) and tunnel (D) do not relate to types of hearing loss.

________ Deafness Results from Conditions in the Middle Ear That