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  Which one of the following categories does adipose tissue belong? (a) Epithelial                       (b) Connective                  (c) Muscular                       (d) Neural

Answer:

                  (b) Adipose tissue is a connective tissue, located mainly beneath the skin. The cells of adipose tissue are specialized in storing fats in the form of fat globules. Epithelial tissue formed of a single layer of cells, resting on the basement membrane. Muscular tissue has contractibility, it can be shorten forcefully and relaxed state isregained These are also called muscle fibers as they are long and elongated. Neural tissue is made up of neurons and neuroglial cells, essential in transmittingelectrical signals via neurotransmitter from one part of body to the another, e.g., CNSand PNS (Central Nervous System) and Peripheral Nervous System are the chiefcomponents involved in nervous system,