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What functional adaptation does cartilage have over bone in making up the external framework of the nose?
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∙ 14y ago
It's beneficial that the end of the nose has cartilage instead of bone, because it's less breakable this way.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoCartilage is much more flexible than bone. If our noses were made of bone it would be difficult to blow our noses. Also our noses would be much more succeptible to injury.
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Forms framework of outer ear?
The external ear is a cartilaginous structure, covered by thin skin. Elastic cartilage
The cartilage that provides support for the larynx and external ear?
elastic cartilage supports the external ear
Supports the external ear?
elastic cartilage
What supports the external ear?
Elastic or Yellow Cartilage is the typical cartilage present in external or outer ear. It contains elastic and collagen fibres with elastin as major protein.
Where is elastic cartilage found?
Elastic Cartilage is found on the external ears and larynx.
What is the definition of external adaptation?
An external adaptation is an adaptation that is out side of your body. For example Dark fur to blend into trees. And adaption is what you adapt to so you can live longer.
The shape of the external ear is maintained by?
elastic cartilage
What type of adaptation are the external characteristics of an animal?
structural
What is the external process by which organisms adjust to their environment?
Adaptation.
What type of connective tissue make up the external ear?
The type of tissue that makes up your ears and nose is cartilage. I don't really know if you would consider that "connective tissue".cartilageCartilagecartlidgecartilagecartilageCartilage. cartilage
What is the external process by which organisms adjust to their environment called?
Adaptation.
What animal tissue is found in external ear and auditory tube?
Elastic cartilage
