Parts of a Nose
The nose--a combination of skin and cartilage--is the organ that channels air into our lungs, sending smells to the olfactory nerve that connects to our brain.
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Nasal Bones
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The nasal bones form the bridge of the nose, running from the top to the middle of the nose. These bones are oblong-shaped and can vary in size from individual to individual.
Septal Cartilage
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The septal cartilage separates the two nostrils, forming the columella, the division between the two nostrils.
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Major Alar Cartilage
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The major, or greater, alar cartilage forms the tip of the nose and connects to fatty tissue that forms the nostril.
Vestibule
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The vestibule sits immediately inside the nostril. This piece of skin contains nasal hairs.
Nostrils
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The nostrils are the entryways into the nose. They are formed by curved, fatty tissue covered in skin that connects to the major alar cartilage and the skull.
Septum
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The septum is the wall made of bone and cartilage that separates the nasal cavity into two sections.
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