External Acoustic Meatus
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Tim Taylor
Anatomy & Physiology Senior Writer
Tim Taylor is a senior writer at Innerbody Research focusing on human anatomy and physiology. Tim earned both his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and his Master's degree in Teaching from the University of Pittsburgh.
Last updated: Jan 31st, 2025
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The external acoustic meatus is a gap located at the lower edge of the temporal bones that leads inward to parts of the ear.
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