Which of the following statements are true of sperm? (Read carefully and select all of the correct statements.)
A)The chromosomes are with the mitochondria because they require ATP in order to divide.
B)The flagellum provides for movement and is most efficient in a moderately acidic environment.
C)The acrosome contains enzymes to digest the membrane of an ovum.
D)Millions of sperm are contained in 1 mL of semen.

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C) The acrosome is a structure in the sperm head that contains enzymes to help the sperm penetrate and fertilize an ovum.
D) It is estimated that there are millions of sperm in just one milliliter of semen, making it easy for fertilization to occur. 
A) This statement is incorrect because sperm do not contain mitochondria; they rely on energy sources from the surrounding fluid.
B) This statement is partially correct. The flagellum does provide movement for the sperm, but it is actually most efficient in an alkaline environment.

Which of the Following Statements Are True of Sperm? (Read