Asked by Natalia Hebert on Sep 26, 2024

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Storage fat (also called adipose tissue) can be divided into two types,

A) visual fat and hidden fat.
B) visceral fat and subcutaneous fat.
C) upper-body fat and lower-body fat.
D) smooth fat and rippled fat.

Storage Fat

Body fat that is accumulated and stored in the body, serving as an energy reserve and providing insulation and protection for organs.

Adipose Tissue

The biological term for body fat, a connective tissue that stores energy and protects organs.

Visceral Fat

A type of body fat that's stored within the abdominal cavity and is associated with increased risks of metabolic diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease.

  • Discover and describe the multiple components that make up body composition.
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Ashley Mogerabout 1 hour ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Visceral fat is found deep inside the body surrounding vital organs and can be harmful to health, while subcutaneous fat is found directly under the skin and is not as harmful. This division is more relevant to health and physiology than the other options.