The human ear interprets sound through a complex process that involves several parts of the ear and the brain. Here's a more detailed explanation of how sound is interpreted: Sound waves enter the ear: Sound waves are collected by the outer ear, travel through the ear canal, and cause the eardrum to vibrate. Vibration of the eardrum: The vibration of the eardrum causes the three tiny bones in the middle ear (the hammer, anvil, and [...]