GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Adipose tissue is responsible for ____
A
cushioning joints and providing insulation
B
connecting bone to muscle
C
providing elasticity in the ears and throat
D
providing structure in the liver
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adipose tissue, also known as fat tissue, is connective tissue where energy is stored primarily as triglycerides. Adipose tissue helps to cushion and insulate the body. The tissue is made up of adipocytes and can be found under the skin (subcutaneous adipose tissue) or around the organs (visceral adipose tissue).

Detailed explanation-2: -Adipose tissue is a loose connective tissue mostly composed of adipocytes and plays a major role in storage of energy in the form of lipids. Adipose fat also serves as an important cushion and insulates the body from heat and cold.

Detailed explanation-3: -The adipose tissue is a critical regulator of systemic energy homeostasis by acting as a caloric reservoir. In excess nutrient conditions, the adipose tissue stores surplus nutrients in the form of neutral lipids, whereas in nutrient deficit conditions, it supplies nutrients to other tissues through lipolysis (1).

Detailed explanation-4: -Adipose tissue contains many small blood vessels. In the integumentary system, which includes the skin, it accumulates in the deepest level, the subcutaneous layer, providing insulation from heat and cold.

Detailed explanation-5: -Your hypodermis is the bottom layer of skin in your body. It has many functions, including insulating your body, protecting your body from harm, storing energy and connecting your skin to your muscles and bones.

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