Multiple Choice
Which organelle converts energy stored in food molecules into ATP during cellular respiration?
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11. Aerobic Respiration
Mitochondria
Multiple Choice
Which of the following cell types would typically contain the greatest number of mitochondria due to its high continuous ATP demand?
A
Goblet cells of the intestinal epithelium
B
Adipocytes (fat storage cells)
C
Cardiac muscle cells (cardiomyocytes)
D
Red blood cells (erythrocytes)
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the role of mitochondria: Mitochondria are the organelles responsible for producing ATP through aerobic respiration, which is essential for energy-demanding cellular processes.
Analyze the energy demands of each cell type: Consider which cells require continuous and high amounts of ATP to perform their functions effectively.
Goblet cells secrete mucus but do not have extremely high continuous energy demands compared to muscle cells.
Adipocytes primarily store fat and have lower immediate ATP requirements under resting conditions.
Cardiac muscle cells (cardiomyocytes) contract continuously and require a constant supply of ATP to maintain heartbeats, so they contain the greatest number of mitochondria to meet this high energy demand.
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