An organelle that provides energy to the human sperm is

Flagellum

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Mitochondria

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Y chromosome

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Centriole

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Nucleus

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Solution

The correct option is B Mitochondria
Sperm does not have flagellum but has a tail to serve in movement. Y chromosome present in the nucleus of sperm and is the genetic material. Centriole of sperms forms centrosomes during the first mitosis in the zygote. Mitochondria serve as a source of energy for sperms during its transport in the female reproductive tract. Thus, the correct answer is option A.

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Given below are certain statements regarding sperm organelles. With respect to these statements, choose the correct option.

Statement 1: Centrioles provide polarity to the sperm.

Statement 2: Centrioles release energy when mitochondria in sperm become dysfunctional.

Statement 3: Centrioles help in cell division in the zygote formed post fertilisation.

Statement 4: Sperm do not possess centrioles.

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