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What is the purpose of tail in the sperm?

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For killing viruses

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For motility

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For attachment to the egg

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For attachment to the uterus wall

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The correct option is B For motility
In order to fertilize the egg, sperm have to travel from the vagina to the uterus and then to the fallopian tube. The tail helps in the fast movement of the sperm.

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