10 Questions
What is the primary function of adipocytes in the body?
Energy metabolism regulation
What percentage of body weight does adipose tissue normally represent in men?
15%-20%
Why are triglycerides preferred as the form of nutrient storage in the body?
Insolubility in water and high caloric density
What health problems are associated with obesity mentioned in the text?
Diabetes and heart disease
What do adipocytes specialize in concentrating as lipid droplets?
Triglycerides
What is the caloric density of triglycerides?
9.3 kcal/g
Where are adipocytes typically found?
Isolated or in small groups within loose connective tissue
What percentage of body weight does adipose tissue normally represent in women?
20%-25%
What do adipocytes primarily function as in the body?
Energy storage depots
Why are triglycerides preferred as the form of nutrient storage in the body?
They can be concentrated with no adverse osmotic effects on cells
Test your knowledge of adipose tissue and its characteristics with this quiz. Explore the structure, function, and distribution of adipocytes within connective tissue.
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