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The figure shows the structure of a human sperm.  What is the function of the TAIL of the sperm?
ATo enable the sperm to swim toward the egg
BTo absorb oxygen from the female body
CTo attach the sperm permanently to the egg
DTo store food for the embryo
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. To enable the sperm to swim toward the egg
The tail (flagellum) lashes side to side, propelling the sperm through fluid so that it can reach and fuse with the egg. The head carries the genetic material (nucleus); the middle piece provides energy.
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