Define Subcutaneous Fat, Visceral Fat, and Percent Body Fat

question 120

Essay

Define subcutaneous fat, visceral fat, and percent body fat. Identify and describe three methods for assessing body weight and body composition.

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Definitions:

Critical Item

An essential or highly important element, object, or factor in a particular context or situation.

Endoscope

A medical instrument consisting of a long, thin, flexible tube with a light and a video camera, used to view the interior of a hollow organ or cavity in the body.

Personal Protective Equipment

Equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses, which may include gloves, helmets, goggles, etc.

Law

A rule of conduct established and enforced by an authority or governing body, such as the federal government.