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Osseous Tissue vs. Adipose Tissue
The primary function for osseous tissue (or bone tissue) is to give our bodies structure, while adipose tissue (or fat tissue) is used for protection. To get more detailed though, more differences include the following:
Our adipose tissue is right under our skin (subcutaneous fat), around internal organs (visceral fat), in bone marrow (yellow bone marrow), intermuscular (Muscular system) and in the breast tissue. As is listed, adipose tissue is found in specific parts of the body. These parts are collectively known as adipose depots. With the integumentary system, it accumulates in the deepest level, and with the subcutaneous layer, it protects from extreme temperatures. Around organs,