-Which muscle fiber type contains only a few mitochondria because it does not rely on aerobic respiration?
A)Slow oxidative (red)
B)Fast oxidative (pink)
C)Fast glycolytic (white)

Question

-Which muscle fiber type contains only a few mitochondria because it does not rely on aerobic respiration?
A)Slow oxidative (red) 
B)Fast oxidative (pink) 
C)Fast glycolytic (white)

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Fast glycolytic (white) muscle fibers contain few mitochondria because they primarily rely on anaerobic respiration for quick bursts of energy, rather than aerobic respiration.

-Which Muscle Fiber Type Contains Only a Few Mitochondria Because