A curved ridge of cartilage inside the ear that runs roughly parallel to and in front of the outer helix.
From anti- (against) + helix (spiral). A direct anatomical term describing the inner curved structure of the ear, named for its position opposite the main helix.
The antihelix is one of those perfect examples of how nature designs structure for function—its curve helps shape your ear canal to amplify certain frequencies and help you locate where sounds come from.
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