MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
reserve fuel source, insulates against heat loss, protects organs
A
osseous tissue
B
areolar
C
blood
D
reticular
E
adipose
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The type of connective tissue that insulates against heat loss is called A. adipose connective tissue. This type of connective tissue contains cells called adipocytes which contain a high amount of triglycerides in their cytosol.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Insulation: Adipose tissue helps to insulate your body. This heat insulation keeps your body warm when you are exposed to cold temperatures. Protection: Adipose tissue cushions and protects your organs, bones and other tissues from damage. Energy storage: Your body stores unused energy (calories) in adipose tissue.

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