Adipocytes
A)are specialized cells for the synthesis of triglycerides.
B)are specialized cells for short term energy storage.
C)provide compartments for efficient membrane bilayer synthesis.
D)exist primarily in a thin layer surrounding major muscle groups as a rapid high energy source.
E)All of the above characterize adipocytes.

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Adipocytes, also known as fat cells, are specialized for the synthesis and storage of triglycerides (fats), which serve as a long-term energy reserve rather than short-term. They do not primarily exist for membrane bilayer synthesis or as a rapid high energy source surrounding major muscle groups.