All of the following are associated with modernization except ______________. a. urbanization b. technological development c. agricultural development d. industrialization e. linguistic development ANS: e PG: 379 LO: 10 33.
Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue which plays an important role in the functioning of the body.Better known simply as âfat,â this tissue makes up around 15-20% of the body weight of an average person.dipose tissue, or fat, makes up about 15-20% of a person's body weight. Pregnant women may develop additional deposits of adipose tissue to build up reserves for breastfeeding.
3.0 The Functions of adipose tissue. 1  Adipose tissue acts as an insulating layer, helping to reduce heat loss through the skin. 2  It also has a protective function, providing mechanical protection (padding) and support around some of the major organs, e.g. kidneys.3  Adipose tissue is also a means of energy storage. Adipose tissue acts as an insulating layer, helping to reduce heat loss through the skin. 2  It also has a protective function, providing mechanical protection (padding) and support around some of the major organs, e.g. kidneys. 3  Adipose tissue is also a means of energy storage.