What happens to adipose tissue when you get cut in the skin?

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)
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Author:Lauralee Sherwood
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What happens to adipose tissue when you get cut in the skin?

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Adipose Tissue : It is a connective tissue which consists of adipocytes (lipid rich) . It is located in  parietal region   and visceral organs .  It constitutes 20 to 25 % of the total body weight. Its main role is to store fat which is required to the body during starving and whenever energy is required. 

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