Which of the following is an adaptation that allows the heart to have oxygen readily available?

A. Cardiac cells have fewer mitochondria.
B. Cardiac cells are rich in glycogen.
C. Cardiac cells use a variety of fuels as energy sources.
D. Cardiac cells are rich in myoglobin.


Answer: D

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