brown fat

tissue made up of fat cells (see adipocyte) that is found especially around vital organs in the trunk and around the spinal column in the neck and chest. It is capable of intense metabolic activity to generate heat. See also adipose tissue.

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Psychology term of the day

November 18th 2024

meningoencephalitis

n. inflammation of the brain and the meninges covering it.