The storage of fats in animals occurs in which tissue?

  1. Adipocyte
  2. Reticulocyte
  3. Osteocyte
  4. Chondrocyte

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Option 1 : Adipocyte
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The correct answer is Option 1, i.e Adipocyte.

Explanation:

  • Adipocytes, also known as lipocytes and fat cells, are the cells that primarily compose adipose tissue, specialized in storing energy as fat.
    • Lying three layers deep under the skin, the adipose tissue is composed of a loose collection of specialized cells, called adipocytes, embedded in a mesh of collagen fibres.
  • Chondrocytes:  They are the only cells found in healthy cartilage.
    • They produce and maintain the cartilaginous matrix
  • Osteocytes form osteoblasts, and are bone-forming cells.
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