Which structure 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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Mitochondria are present in the neck and middle piece of the sperm, and it is the site of ATP production, which is required for movement of the sperm tail. Therefore, the correct answer is A. B is incorrect because mitochondria are not present in the tail of the sperm. C and D are also incorrect because they are not involved in ATP production.

Which Structure Generates the ATP That Is Required for Movement