Asked by
Morgan Murawski
on Dec 25, 2024Verified
Which is TRUE of fat cells?
A) Everyone is born with the same number of fat cells.
B) Those who are overweight have larger fat cells than those who are average weight.
C) The number of fat cells a person has decreases with age.
D) Those who are overweight or have been overweight have more fat cells.
Fat Cells
Specialized cells in the body that store fat, known scientifically as adipocytes, they play key roles in energy storage and regulation.
Weight Categories
Classification of an individual's body weight typically based on Body Mass Index (BMI) into categories such as underweight, normal weight, overweight, and obese.
Age Factor
Refers to the influence of a person’s age on their learning processes, abilities, and development.
- Determine the causes of obesity in children, including genetic predispositions, environmental settings, and behavioural patterns.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Determine the causes of obesity in children, including genetic predispositions, environmental settings, and behavioural patterns.