[13] Adipose Tissue Types and Their Functions

Question 1

What are the two main types of adipose tissue mentioned?

Answer 1

• White Adipose Tissue (WAT)
• Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT)

Question 2

WAT - Initials

Answer 2

White Adipose Tissue

Question 3

BAT - Initials

Answer 3

Brown Adipose Tissue

Question 4

What is the function of White Adipose Tissue (WAT)?

Answer 4

• Energy storage
• Secretes molecules to regulate food intake and energy balance

Question 5

What is the function of Brown Adipose Tissue (BAT)?

Answer 5

Primarily functions in thermoregulation.

Question 6

Is there a third type of adipose tissue?

Answer 6

Yes, arising from the presence of brown adipocytes in WAT, termed as brite, beige, or brown-in-white.