One way in which the middle ear can optimise delivery of sound energy to the cochlea is due to the fact that:

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there are more hair cells near the cochlea base to which the middle ear is attached.

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the area of the tympanum is equal to the area of the oval window.

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the area of tympanum is greater than the area of the stapes footplate.

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the tympanum acts like a lever.

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the stapes is attached to the round window of the cochlea.

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