"which of the bones of the skull would you most associate with hearing and balance"

Temporal bones are the bones of the skull which are most associate with hearing and balance.

Skull is made up of many types of bones, temporal bones are one of them. These bones are present at the base and sides of the skull. Temporal bones consist of many parts, as these bones are present at the side of the head so that’s why they are associated with hearing. They are also known as house the structure of ear.

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