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Evolutionary Biologists Debate Earlobe's Mysterious Biological Function

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Earlobe's biological function remains a mystery, with current research suggesting it may be an evolutionary remnant rather than serving a significant purpose. While some theories propose thermoregulation or sensory roles, these are largely unsubstantiated. Evolutionary biologists posit that earlobes might persist due to genetic drift or as a developmental byproduct, a concept known as a spandrel, rather than through direct natural selection for a specific function. AI

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Scott Travers, Contributor ·

    Why Do Humans Have Earlobes? An Evolutionary Biologist Explains

    That soft little flap of tissue dangling from the bottom of your ear has puzzled scientists for decades. Here’s what we actually know about the earlobe and what we don’t.

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