Which part of the sperm provides energy for its movement?

Acrosome

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Head piece

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Middle piece

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Tail

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Solution

The correct option is A
Middle piece

The middle part of the sperm is a highly important part of sperm cells because it contains mitochondria that provide energy to the sperm, thereby allowing it to swim inside the female reproductive system.

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\begin{matrix} Column I & Column II A. Head & 1. Enzymes B. Middle Piece & 2. Sperm motility C. Acrosome & 3. Energy D. Tail & 4. Genetic material \end{matrix}

\begin{matrix} Column I & Column II A. Head & 1. Enzymes B. Middle Piece & 2. Sperm motility C. Acrosome & 3. Energy D. Tail & 4. Genetic material \end{matrix}

The middle piece of sperm provides :

(a) energy (b) food