Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Chapter 3, Problem 17SC
Summary Introduction
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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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