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Muscle Cells contain many mitochondria. Explain Why? Pls Pls Pls Help

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Step-by-step explanation:

Muscle cells are assiciated with a large number of mitochondria as they require more ATP (energy) to function than other cells. They need this because of their frequent contraction and relaxation, which requires more ATP than average cells.

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