Nearly all eukaryotic cells have mitochondria, but the number varies by the type of cell and by the organism. In general, cells that have the highest demand for energy tend to have ____.
A)the least mitochondria
B)the most mitochondria
C)slow dividing mitochondria
D)larger mitochondria in lower numbers
E)no mitochondria

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Cells that have the highest demand for energy tend to have the most mitochondria. For example, muscle cells contain a large number of mitochondria to produce energy for muscle contractions. On the other hand, cells that require less energy, such as skin cells, may have fewer mitochondria.

Nearly All Eukaryotic Cells Have Mitochondria, but the Number Varies