Kirima is a Native Eskimo who lives in one of the coldest regions in the world.What type of adipose tissue is most effective at helping her to maintain warm body temperatures during the coldest parts of the year?

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Brown adipose tissue is specialized for heat production and is more effective at maintaining body temperature in cold environments due to its high number of mitochondria and ability to generate heat through non-shivering thermogenesis.

Kirima Is a Native Eskimo Who Lives in One of the Coldest