The middle piece of a sperm is rich in mitochondria because:
AMitochondria store the genetic material
BMitochondria help in fertilisation directly
CMitochondria produce energy (ATP) for movement of the tail enabling sperm motility
DMitochondria contain digestive enzymes
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Mitochondria produce energy (ATP) for movement of the tail enabling sperm motility
The **middle piece** carries numerous mitochondria that produce ATP, which powers the tail's whip-like beating — essential for sperm motility en route to the ovum.
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