Question

mitochondria are cellular organelles that act as the power generators of the cell by converting oxygen and nutrients into atp. the number of mitochondria present in a cell depends on the metabolic needs of that cell. based on this information, which of the following types of cells is most likely to possess a large quantity of mitochondria? (1 point)

○ liver cells

○ nerve cells

○ muscle cells

○ lung cells

Explanation:

Muscle cells require a large amount of energy for movement and contraction. Mitochondria produce ATP, the energy - currency of the cell. Since muscle cells have high metabolic needs, they are likely to have a large quantity of mitochondria.

Answer:

C. muscle cells