Chapter 16.6, Problem 3QC

Summary Introduction

To review:

The hormones of the thymus gland, adipose tissue, and cardiac muscle cells. The target tissues and the effects of these hormones.

Introduction:

The thymus gland is the lymphoid organ present beneath the sternum. It has two components, cortex and medulla. The adipose tissue is classified as a looseconnectivetissue. The cells of the adipose tissueare known as the adipocytes. It has the function of storing the energy in the form of lipids and providing insulation to the body. The heart is a muscular organ and a part of the circulatory system in animals. It is composed of cardiac muscles.