Hypodermis (panniculus adiposus) of the skin is formed of

Adipose connective tissue

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Epithelial tissue

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Muscular tissue

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Areolar connective tissue

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Solution

The correct option is A Adipose connective tissue
The subcutaneous tissue also called the hypodermis, hypoderm, subcutis, or superficial fascia, is the lowermost layer of the integumentary system in vertebrates. It mainly consists of adipose tissue layers that store fat and help in insulation.. So, the correct answer is option A.

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(a) What is the function of areolar connective tissue?
(b) How does adipose tissue helps in insulation?

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Tendons and ligaments are examples of
(a) Fibrous connective tissue
(b) Cartilage
(c) Muscular tissue
(d) Adipose tissue.

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