Why is the external part of the human ear shaped the way it is and not just simply two holes or slits for hearing?

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Why is the external part of the human ear shaped the way it is and not just simply two holes or slits for hearing?

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It’s shape affects the tone of sounds. Given a repeatable sound, it will sound different if it’s in front, behind, or above you from how it interacts with your ear.

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