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adipose

[ad-uh-pohs] / ˈæd əˌpoʊs /


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Adipose tissue normally provides important mechanical benefits by cushioning vital organs and providing insulation.

From Science Daily • Jan. 29, 2024

Adipose tissue is a connective tissue found throughout the body.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Adipose tissue produces leptin, which promotes satiety signals in the brain.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Adipose tissue stores excess lipids, which are otherwise toxic to the body.

From Nature • May 22, 2012

Adipose tissue is simply connective tissue loaded with fat-distended cells.

From Text Book of Biology, Part 1: Vertebrata by Wells, H. G. (Herbert George)




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