Observations of Two Different Cell Types Indicate a Couple of Differences

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Essay

Observations of two different cell types indicate a couple of differences in their mitochondria.Cell type 1 has 2-3 times the mitochondria of Cell Type 2.The mitochondria in Cell Type 1 are also larger,contain more cristae and the cristae extend farther across the mitochondria than in Cell Type 2.Which cell type is likely to have more extensive energy requirements?

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Definitions:

Distal Attachment

The site at which a muscle tendon connects to the bone that is farther from the center of the body or point of reference.

Tibial Tuberosity

A large protrusion on the anterior part of the tibia, where the patellar ligament attaches.

Femur

The longest and strongest bone in the human body, extending from the hip to the knee.

Patellar Surface

The patellar surface is the area on the distal end of the femur where the patella (kneecap) articulates or makes contact.