Earwax? Exactly what is it?

Question

what is it, and whats it comprised of?

Answer 1

Ear wax is a normal product of the ear which protects the skin of the ear from water and infection. Ear wax is formed from wax glands in the external ear canal as well as other components such as dead skin, sweat, and oil. The primary component of ear wax is keratin (derived from dead skin). Two distinct genetically determined types of earwax are distinguished -- the wet type, which is dominant; and the dry type, which is recessive. Asians and Native Americans are more likely to have the dry type of cerumen (grey and flaky), whereas Caucasians and Africans are more likely to have the wet type (honey-brown to dark-brown and moist). Cerumen type has been used by anthropologists to track human migratory patterns, such as those of the Inuit.

Answer 2

Um... Basically, it's just sweat in your ear that dried up... o_o