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Mini Muscle

  • September 16, 2012
  • By KIDS DISCOVER

The tiniest muscle in your body is the stapedius, in your middle ear. It contracts to help protect your inner ear from loud noises, and it also keeps your own voice from sounding too loud in your head.

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