The tissue that acts as an insulator is

Skin

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Stratified squamous epithelial

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Areolar

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Adipose

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The correct option is D
Adipose

Adipose tissue is a fat storing tissue which forms an insulating layer below the skin keeping the body warm in cold season. Adipose tissue or fat is loose tissue made up of cells called adipocytes.

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Q. Choose the incorrect statements.
(i) Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue.
(ii) Adipose tissues act as an insulator.
(iii) Adipose cell matrix is composed of calcium and phosphorus compounds.

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

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The tissue that acts as an insulator is

The correct option is D Adipose Adipose tissue is a fat storing tissue which forms an insulating layer below the skin keeping the body warm in cold season. Adipose tissue or fat is loose tissue made up of cells called adipocytes.

The correct option is D
Adipose

Adipose tissue is a fat storing tissue which forms an insulating layer below the skin keeping the body warm in cold season. Adipose tissue or fat is loose tissue made up of cells called adipocytes.