Although Our Muscle Cells Contain Mitochondria and Normally Undergo Aerobic

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Essay

Although our muscle cells contain mitochondria and normally undergo aerobic respiration, they can undergo anaerobic respiration during strenuous activity. What is the product of this process that causes muscle cramps? What is the evolutionary advantage of the ability of muscle cells to utilize anaerobic respiration?

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