NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Function of the adipose tissue in the inner layer of skin functions to ____
A
insulate the body
B
provide pigment to the skin
C
help to make collagen and elastin
D
produce sebum
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It’s found under your skin (subcutaneous fat), between your internal organs (visceral fat) and even in the inner cavities of bones (bone marrow adipose tissue). Body fat is primarily known for storing and releasing energy and providing insulation.

Detailed explanation-2: -The subcutaneous fat layer is the deepest layer of skin. It consists of a network of collagen and fat cells. It helps conserve the body’s heat and protects the body from injury by acting as a shock absorber.

Detailed explanation-3: -The subcutaneous layer consists mainly of fat. The fat forms a layer that insulates the body from cold and helps absorb shock and damage to the internal organs.

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