Elastic cartilage

Flexible cartilage, e.g. in the ear and epiglottis.


A type of cartilage in which elastic fibers are distributed in the matrix. It is yellowish in color and is found in the external ear.


Cartilage that contains elastin fibers in the matrix. Found in the epiglottis, external ear, and auditory tube, it strengthens these and maintains their shape.


 


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