Fat in human body is stored in

In the human body, fat is primarily stored in adipose tissue, which is a specialized type of loose connective tissue [3]. This tissue is composed of cells called adipocytes, which contain lipid droplets of stored triglycerides [3]. Adipocytes are specifically designed for energy storage, insulation, and cushioning of internal organs [3]. While there are different types of adipose tissue, white adipose tissue (WAT) is the most abundant and serves as the primary repository for energy in the form of triacylglycerols [2]. Other tissues mentioned, such as red blood cells, are responsible for oxygen transport, and muscle tissue is primarily involved in contraction and movement. Although small amounts of fat can exist within muscle (intramuscular fat), the dedicated storage site for fat is the adipose tissue [3].

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1. [1] https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/connective-tissue
2. [3] Science , class X (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 5: Life Processes > Activity 5.7 > p. 91
3. [2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555602/