Which of the following is a connective tissue that stores fat?

• A. Cartilage
• B. Fascia
• C. Adipose tissue
• D. Smooth muscle

Answer: (C)

Adipose tissue is a loose connective tissue specialized for storing fat. It’s made of adipocytes loaded with triglycerides, so its main role is energy storage, along with insulation and cushioning. Other options don’t fit: cartilage is a supportive tissue that holds structures together but doesn’t store fat; fascia is connective tissue that wraps around muscles and organs but isn’t a fat store; smooth muscle is a type of muscle tissue that contracts to move substances, not a storage tissue. So adipose tissue is the tissue that stores fat, located subcutaneously under the skin and around internal organs.