The adipose tissue in the hypodermis serves to:
a. provide sensory input.
b. generate heat and insulate.
c. create tensile strength.
d. secrete collagen.
B
The hypodermis layer consists of adipose tissue that serves to generate heat and provide insula-tion, shock absorption, and a reserve of calories.
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