Question

How many mitochondria are in a cell?

Answer 1

Number of mitochondria in a cell

1. The quantity of mitochondria per cell varies depending on the cell type.
2. It is dependent on the job they do.
3. Mitochondria are not found in erythrocytes (RBCs).
4. Each cell in the liver contains 1000-2000 mitochondria.
5. Each cell in the heart muscle has about 5000 mitochondria.
6. The human egg has the highest concentration of mitochondria per cell.
7. Each cell has between 100,000 and 600,000 mitochondria.