Explain why an abundance of mitochondria in slow-oxidative fibers is correlated with an abundance of capillaries

A) Increased delivery of oxygen is needed for sustained ATP production.
B) They are both needed to produce the color of the slow-oxidative fibers.
C) Myosin ATPase needs increased ATP production.
D) Large diameter fibers enable more room for mitochondria, which in turn require more capillaries.


Answer: A

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