MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

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: -Adipocytes contain lipid droplets of stored triglycerides. These cells swell as they store fat and shrink when the fat is used for energy. Adipose tissue helps to store energy in the form of fat, cushion internal organs, and insulate the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -White adipose tissue They provide energy storage, insulation from extreme temperatures and cushioning around soft organs.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -Adipose tissue plays a central role in regulating whole-body energy and glucose homeostasis through its subtle functions at both organ and systemic levels. On one hand, adipose tissue stores energy in the form of lipid and controls the lipid mobilization and distribution in the body.

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