As the flexible name suggests elastic cartilage that forms the structure of the ear .
What is the elastic cartilage ?
It is the supple avascular connective tissue found at various sites within the body .
- It is light weight supportive structure seen in the external ear , septum and the tip of the nose .
- It act as a cushion between the two bones as shock absorber to prevent damage and abrasion to the bone .
- It also helps in the bone repair .
- This type of cartilage has springy material which gets back into the original shape and provides flexibility .
- It is yellow in colour made up of the elastic tissue and the collagen type Ⅱ .
What is the function of the elastic cartilage ?
- It functions as the rapid growth and support to the musculoskeletal system .
- It provides structure to the bone and joint i.e. ear .
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