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Which structure connects the middle ear to the upper throat?

The auditory tube, or the Eustachian tube, connects the middle ear to the upper throat (nasopharynx). Its primary function is to equalize air pressure on both sides of the eardrum, ensuring proper hearing and preventing damage to the ear structures.

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