Which of the following are functions of fats?
a.Hormone production and energy storage
b.Protection of organs and neural transmission
c.Energy storage and defense against pathogens
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Which of the following are functions of fats?
A) Hormone production and energy storage
B) Protection of organs and neural transmission
C) Energy storage and defense against pathogens
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- Fats are stored in adipocytes of the Adipose Tissue.
- Adipose Tissue are of types : Brown Adipose Tissue and White Adipose Tissue
- Infants and hibernating mammals constitute Brown Adipose Tissue
- Adults constitute White Adipose Tissue
- Adipose Tissue are involved in energy storage and provides insulation to the body
- Adipose Tissue surrounds many vital organs,like skin, breasts,bone marrow and muscles
- They are also involved in the immune responses of the body
Option (C) is correct
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➤Fats are a source of energy in the human diet, together with carbohydrates and proteins, the other two main macronutrients. .....
➤Fats help our body absorb some nutrients and produce important hormones, too....
Option ( C )is correct.........
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