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Chapter 38, Problem 4TYK
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Connective tissues are derived from the mesoderm and their major function is to provide structural support, transmission of mechanical and other forces, and can also act as filters. Adipose tissue is a connective tissue composed of adipose cells called as the adipocytes.
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Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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