glossary:adipose_tissue
Science: anatomy) connective tissue that has been specialised to store fat.
Adipocyte. A kind of body tissue containing stored fat that serves as a source of energy; adipose tissue also cushions and insulates vital organs; fatty tissue protected them from the severe cold.
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glossary/adipose_tissue.txt · Last modified: 2012/10/16 14:40 (external edit)
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