Below is a diagram of a sperm cell. Describe how the long tail and mitochondria aid in the sperms function (2 marks)

1- The long tail helps the sperm to swim towards the egg. Also makes the sperm more streamlined to get to the egg quicker. 2- The mitochondria release energy which enable the sperm to swim towards the egg.

YB
Answered by Yazmin B. Biology tutor

12438 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Describe the pathway of an electrical signal in producing a response to a stimulus


What is the difference between diffusion and osmosis?


Describe the process of gene transcription?


What are some of the major differences between viruses and bacteria?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning