Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies
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Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
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Chapter 3, Problem 17SC
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The statement “The body’s adipose tissue has a virtually infinite capacity to store fats” is true or false.
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The loose connective tissues present in the body, formed of adipocytes, are known as the adipose tissues. These are the body fats stored in different parts of the body. These fats are mainly found under the skin. This protects the body from changing temperatures.
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