white adipose tissues

A form of white adipose tissue — One of the two types of adipose tissue present in mammals, providing heat insulation, mechanical cushion, and a source of energy, and comprising as much as 20% of the body weight in men and 25% of the body weight in women.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of white adipose tissue
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