Why Are Mitochondria So Prevalent in Skeletal Muscle

question 31

Multiple Choice

Why are mitochondria so prevalent in skeletal muscle?

• A)They give the muscle enough elasticity to contract.
• B)They are needed to repair damaged tissue that accumulates during exercise.
• C)They are needed to provide energy for muscle contraction.
• D)Bones and muscles require a great deal of energy to prevent them from separating.
• E)The flow of blood is greatest in skeletal muscle.

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