What is the purpose of earlobes?

[girlggc]

I was wondering what the purpose of earlobes are, other than wearing earrings of course.

[gwenshack]

Huh! :eureka: Good question!

[amisteratwisterandme]

A place to hold earrings????

[f77g4]

According to Wikipedia, it is a big blood supply for the body and helps warm the ears and also are good for balance.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earlobe

[WebLady]

I never thought about that ... thanks for asking Rachel and thanks for the link Ashley :)