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Understanding the Anatomy: What Is the Part Above Your Eye Called?

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The brow ridge, a prominent bony crest located above the eye sockets, is a distinctive morphological trait in many primates and early human ancestors. Modern humans have a less pronounced ridge, which allows for a flatter forehead and a wider range of facial expressions. This complex region answers the question: what is the part above your eye called?