Question

Explain the structure of a sperm.​

Answer 1

Answer:

A sperm cell consists of a head, body (mid-section) and a tail. Each of these parts is equipped with various molecules and smaller structure that allow the sperm as a whole to function properly.

Explanation:

A normal sperm will have the following characteristics:

A smooth oval head - The head of a normally formed sperm has a smooth surface and resembles the shape of an egg

The head of the sperm measures 2.5 to 3.5 um in diameter and 4.0 to 5.5 um in length (um=micrometers). This results in a 1.50 to 1.70 length to width ratio

They have a well-developed acrosome that covers 40 to 70 percent of the oval shaped head

A slim middle section (body) that is approximately the same length as the head

A thinner tail section that is about 45 micrometer in length

Answer 2

Structure of a sperm. It is a microscopic, motile structure composed of a head, neck, a middle piece and a tail. ... The middle piece contains numerous mitochondria which produce energy for sperm motility needed for fertilization. Tail helps the sperm cell to swim to reach the egg cell.