Which of the following cell type is most appropriate to study mitochondria?
Correct answer: B. Muscle cell
- A. RBC (Red Blood Cell)
- B. Muscle cell
- C. Mesophyll cell
- D. E.coli
Explanation
Muscle cells are highly active and require substantial amounts of ATP for contraction, which necessitates a high number of mitochondria. RBCs (red blood cells) in mammals do not contain mitochondria, as their primary function is to transport oxygen. Mesophyll cells, while involved in photosynthesis, do not have energy demands as high as muscle cells and therefore have fewer mitochondria. E.coli, being a prokaryote, lacks any membrane-bound organelles, including mitochondria.
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