Cartilaginous Structure

Of structure.

Body structure given shape by cartilage.

This concept's ID is @1~30148

Ear

  • ear 3 facts

    The externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear.

  • tragus 0 facts

    A small cartilaginous flap in front of the external opening of the ear.

Also contains

  • cartilage 7 facts

    Tough elastic tissue; mostly converted to bone in adults.

  • larynx 6 facts

    A cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are...

  • epiglottis 1 facts

    A flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe while swallowing.

  • costal cartilage 0 facts

    The cartilages that connect the sternum and the ends of the ribs; its elasticity...