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Which part of the human ear plays no role in hearing as such but is otherwise very much required?

1. Eustachian tube
2. Organ of corti
3. Vestibular apparatus
4. Ear ossicles

Correct answer: Vestibular apparatus

Solution

The vestibular apparatus is responsible for balance and spatial orientation, not hearing. The other options are directly involved in hearing or pressure equalization, so they do not fit the clue.

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