The flexibility of the outer ear is due mainly to _____ tissue.

hyaline

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elastic cartilage

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fibrocartilage

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epithelial

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Solution

The correct option is B elastic cartilage
Elastic cartilage has fibers that allow the ear to return to a semi-rigid position and shape after being moved

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