Stirrup Bone (Stapes): Size, Location & Function
The stirrup bone (also known as the stapes) is the smallest bone in the human body. It is located in the middle ear and helps to transmit sound vibrations from the eardrum to the inner ear. The stirrup bone is about 3.2 mm long and 2.5 mm wide.Bones, Joints & Muscles - Related Articles
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