Vetinerary Assistant Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Study for the Veterinary Assistant Test. Practice with multiple choice questions, review materials with insights, and understand key concepts to ace your exam!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.

Adipose connective tissue primarily consists of what component?

Blood cells
Muscle fibers
Neurons
Lipids

The correct answer is: Lipids

Adipose connective tissue primarily consists of lipids, which are stored as fat within the cells known as adipocytes. This type of connective tissue serves crucial functions in the body, such as energy storage, insulation, and cushioning for organs. The high lipid content in adipocytes is what makes adipose tissue effective in these roles, allowing it to store energy efficiently and help regulate body temperature. In contrast, blood cells, muscle fibers, and neurons represent different types of tissues with specific functions that do not relate to the primary composition of adipose connective tissue. Thus, identifying lipids as the main component clarifies the essential role of this tissue in both metabolism and physical protection within the body.