During a race such as a marathon, the skeletal muscle cells in your legs use a lot of energy to continually contract and power your muscles. What organelle is most likely abundant in skeletal muscle cells?
A)mitochondria
B)Golgi apparatus
C)smooth endoplasmic reticulum
D)rough endoplasmic reticulum

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Mitochondria are abundant in skeletal muscle cells because they are responsible for producing ATP, the energy currency of the cell, which is needed for muscle contraction during activities like running a marathon.

During a Race Such as a Marathon, the Skeletal Muscle