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Tissue present below the skin epidermis which acts as a shock absorber and insulating layer is:

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Areolar tissue

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Adipose tissue

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Fibrous connective tissue

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None of these

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Solution

The correct option is B
Adipose tissue

Adipose tissue is present beneath the skin and it stores fat. This acts as an insulating layer and shock absorber, protecting the internal organs.

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

Q. Choose the incorrect statements.
(i) Adipose tissue is a type of connective tissue.
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(i) Areolar connective tissue is found in bone marrow.
(ii) The ground substance of connective tissue is a mixture of carbohydrates and proteins only.
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.......... A firm, white, fibrous inelastic cord which attaches muscle to bone.

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