GENERAL HISTOLOGY

CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of tissue provides insulation and a storage of fuel?
A
areolar
B
elastic connective
C
adipose
D
hyaline cartilage
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Adipose tissue helps to store energy in the form of fat, cushion internal organs, and insulate the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Fat cells or adipose tissue, is a connective tissue which not only cushions body organs but also insulates them and provides reserve energy fuel.

Detailed explanation-3: -White adipose tissue White fat cells (adipocytes) have a simple structure composed of a single lipid droplet (fat molecule) and a few cellular organelles. They provide energy storage, insulation from extreme temperatures and cushioning around soft organs.

Detailed explanation-4: -Adipose tissue, also known as fat tissue or fatty tissue, is a connective tissue that is mainly composed of fat cells called adipocytes. Adipocytes are energy storing cells that contain large globules of fat known as lipid droplets surrounded by a structural network of fibers.

Detailed explanation-5: -(b) Fat-storing adipose tissue is found below the skin and between internal organs. The cells of this tissue are filled with fat globules. Storage of fats lets it act as an insulator.

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