Humans may have less mitochondria present, as our muscles are not designed to do as much phsyical work as horses; muscles are. Muscle cells typically have more mitochondria so they are able to generate ATP for physical activity without quickly defaulting to fermentation.

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  1. Leah C

    2009 Oct 31 1

    Humans may have less mitochondria present, as our muscles are not designed to do as much phsyical work as horses; muscles are. Muscle cells typically have more mitochondria so they are able to generate ATP for physical activity without quickly defaulting to fermentation.
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