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The nose is a structure found in between our eyes and holds the organ that gives us our sense of smell.

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The nose is a structure found in between our eyes. This leads into the respiratory tract, where air passes through and eventually into our lungs. It holds the organ that gives us our sense of smell.

See the fact file below for more information on the Nose, or you can download our 27-page Nose worksheet pack to utilize within the classroom or home environment.

Key Facts & Information

Functions of the Nose

  • We all know that our noses are important for breathing. However, were you aware that the nose has other important roles for us? It also provides us with olfaction, which is the term for smelling. It lets us smell and identify all the different scents; whether they be sweet, fruity, oceanic, etc. 
  • The nose is also important for the filtration of air. It stops particles of dust, bacteria, etc. from entering our respiratory tracts. 
  • Another function would be the humidification of inspired air. This is important so that our airways do not dry up. 
  • The nose also receives and eliminates mucus and lacrimal secretion (or tears).

Parts of the Nose

External Nose

  • The external nose is the visible portion that projects from the face. 
  • It comes in all different shapes and sizes. 

Skin

  • The first part of the external nose is the skin. The skin on the bony part of the nose is known as thin skin, while the skin around the cartilage of the nose (a little bit lower than the bony part), is known as thick skin.
  • The thick skin has numerous sebaceous glands. Sebaceous glands are tiny oil-producing glands found in mammals’ epidermis. 
  • They are often linked to hair follicles and secrete sebum, a fatty substance, into the follicular duct and eventually to the skin’s surface.
  • Thick skin also has stiff hairs that are called vibrissae. Vibrissae is used for air filtration, to make sure that dust particles do not enter your nose.

Dorsum

  • The next part of the external nose is the dorsum. This extends from the root or the bridge of the nose to the apex or the tip of the nose.

Nostrils

  • The nostrils are the third part of the external nose, and they correspond to the external orifices.
  • They are known as the nares or the anterior nasal apertures.

Frameworks of the Nose

Superior Framework

  • The bony part of the nose consists of the nasal bone, the frontal process of the maxilla, and the nasal part of the frontal bone.
  • The nasal part of the frontal bone is the part located highest. The frontal bone is another word for the forehead.
  • The maxilla, is the bone that forms the upper jaw. Knowing this, you can see that the frontal process of the maxilla is located right on your upper jaw.

Inferior Framework

  • There is also an inferior framework or a cartilaginous framework. When you say inferior, it means it is below something. The inferior framework can be found below the superior.
  • The lateral nasal cartilage makes up the upper and lower lateral.
  • We also have the alar cartilages that merge together to form the tip or the apex of the nose. What this cartilage does is that it allows up to hold open our nostrils when acted upon by the nasalis muscle.
  • The last cartilage is the septal cartilage. This separates the left and right airways of your nose.
  • Try to touch the parts of your nose while you read so that you can identify each of these parts! It would also help to always have a photo for reference that you can always look back to.

Blood Supply of the Nose

  • Like all other parts of the body, the nose also needs to have a good supply of blood. Blood is important as it sends oxygen and nutrients to the different parts, along with expelling or carrying away carbon dioxide and other waste products that are not beneficial to our bodies.
  • There are three arteries (blood vessels that carry blood to the different parts of the body) that supply the nose. These include branches of the internal carotid artery, the maxillary artery, and the facial artery.
  • While arteries bring blood to the different parts of the body, veins, on the other hand, bring blood back to the heart. Try to remember “V” from vein = Vack (back) to the heart. The blood from the nose drains into the facial vein.

Common Injuries to the Nose

  • The nose is a durable part of the body, but that does not mean it is safe from getting an injury. It is still made up of relatively thin pieces of bone and cartilage.
  • It is important to know the common injuries to the nose so that we are aware when going to a doctor over an injury.

Nose Fractures

  • Nose fractures are also known as a broken nose, and they are the most common type of nose injury. They are especially common among the elderly, and those who are active in sports or other contact activities.
  • There are two types of fractures, open and closed. Open fractures are when both the skin is open, and there is damage to the bone, while in a closed fracture, the bone is damaged, but the skin is not.
  • With nose fractures, you may observe bruising around the nose or eyes. That area may turn colors violet, black, blue, or even red. It can also cause runny noses or bleeding.

Nose Bleeds

  • Remember we mentioned all the blood vessels that transport blood to and from the nose? Well, those blood vessels are very fragile, and they may bleed when there is an impact or when it is irritated.
  • Have you had a nosebleed before? You may treat a nosebleed by applying ice to make the blood vessels get smaller, and squeezing the nose to allow the blood to clot.
  • Nosebleeds are common, and most aren’t anything to worry about. One must only go see a doctor if the nosebleed does not stop after 10 minutes.

Deviated Septum

  • Based on the name, the deviated septum is when the cartilage (or the septum) that separates the nose from the left and right is displaced.
  • This is caused by deformities at birth or by sudden traumas.
  • This injury usually gets treated with surgery to restore the proper alignment. This treatment is called septoplasty.

Nose Worksheets

This is a fantastic bundle that includes everything you need to know about Nose across 27 in-depth pages. These are ready-to-use worksheets that are perfect for teaching kids about the Nose, which is a structure found in between our eyes and holds the organ that gives us our sense of smell.

Complete List of Included Worksheets

Below is a list of all the worksheets included in this document.

  1. Nose Factfile
  2. Little Leo
  3. What’s That Smell?
  4. Modified True or False
  5. First Aid
  6. Identification
  7. Nosy Crossword
  8. Do You Nose?
  9. Got Your Nose!
  10. Poem for the Nose
  11. Through Thick and Thin

Frequently Asked Questions

What is special about the nose?

Your nose is an important part of your body. It helps you breathe and keep your air clean. Your sense of smell also comes from your nose. You can also get a stuffy nose or a nosebleed sometimes.

Is the nose a bone?

The nasal bones are two small, oblong bones that vary in size and shape throughout the population. They are positioned side by side in the middle and upper section of the face. The nasal bones form the bridge of the top one-third of the nose. The cartilage of the nose can be seen here.

Can you smell without a nose?

Since the smelling area is located deeper in the head, there are not many olfactory receptors on the nostrils and septum. This means that you might think that losing your nasal arch will not have a significant impact on your sense of smell.

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