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Q20 (CDS-I/2018) Science & Technology › Basic Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) › Human anatomy physiology Answer Verified

In which one of the following types of connective tissues in animals does fat get stored?

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Connective tissues in animals are specialized for various functions, including support, transport, and storage. Adipocytes are the primary cells found in adipose tissue, a type of loose connective tissue proper. These specialized cells are designed to store energy in the form of lipid droplets that fill most of the cell's cytoplasm. White adipocytes typically contain a single large lipid droplet, while brown adipocytes contain multiple smaller droplets [1]. In contrast, other options represent different tissue types: chondrocytes are cells of the cartilage, osteocytes are mature bone cells, and reticulocytes are immature red blood cells found in the blood. Adipose tissue not only serves as an energy reservoir but also provides thermal insulation and cushioning for internal organs.

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  1. [1] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3424455/
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