Question

The middle piece of the sperm contains:

• A. Mitochondria
• B. Proteins
• C. Nucleus
• D. Centriole

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Mitochondria

The correct answer is option A.

The explanation for the correct option:

1. A head, neck, middle piece, and tail make up sperm. The plasma membrane completely covers the sperm body.
2. The head has an acrosome superiorly, which has enzymes that make it easier for sperm to enter the ovum. It is followed by an elongated nucleus.
3. The middle piece of sperm contains numerous mitochondria to provide energy to the sperm for their movement inside the female reproductive system.
4. The tail is a flagellum that extends from the cell body and is what enables the sperm to move quickly. Sperm's tails help them in swim, so they can reach the ovum.
5. Hence, it is the correct option.

Final answer: The middle piece of the sperm contains mitochondria.