Which of the following generates the ATP that is required for movement of the sperm's tail?
A)a mitochondrion in the neck and middle piece
B)mitochondria in the sperm tail
C)the sperm plasma membrane
D)the acrosome

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The mitochondrion in the neck and middle piece of the sperm generates ATP via oxidative phosphorylation, which is required for the movement of the sperm's tail. Mitochondria in the sperm tail are not present in mammals. The sperm plasma membrane and the acrosome do not have a direct role in generating ATP for the tail movement.

Which of the Following Generates the ATP That Is Required