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a tiny "tail" called a flagella that whips back and forth

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What is the Locomotor organelle found in human sperm?

The locomotor organelle found in human sperm is the flagellum. The flagellum is a tail-like structure that propels the sperm forward through a whipping motion, allowing it to swim towards the egg for fertilization.


Is a sperm an organelle?

no


What cell organelle makes glucose?

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What is the function of a axial filament in sperm cell?

It propels the cell forward, allowing it to move.


Does human sperm have legs?

Human sperm does not have legs. Instead it has a flagella, which is a tail-like structure, that helps it move around.


What organelle is most abundant in the sperm cell?

Mitochondria. It takes a lot of energy to swim as far as they have to.


What is the function of the Ductus Deferens?

It propels sperm into the urethra during ejaculation. "Ductus Deferens" is also called as "Vas Deferens"


Hair like tail region of the sperm is called?

The tail of sperm is called flagellus and it also has a centriole in the tail as well. The centriole helps and propels the sperm to swim.


Why do sperm need a tail?

Sperm need a tail for motility, which allows them to swim towards the egg for fertilization. The tail, also known as a flagellum, propels the sperm through the female reproductive tract to reach and penetrate the egg.


Does salmonella have flagella?

noVirus have no organelles.They use host' s organelle in reproduction


What cell organelle has a tail-like appendage?

A sperm cell is an example of a cell that has a tail or more properly a "flagella". Cells with Flagella are also found among all three domains of life - bacteria, archaea, and eukaryotes - but the structure of the appendage is different in each of these domains.


Why does the sperm have a oval head?

The acrosome covers the front end of the sperm cell. This organelle is important for reproduction, as it allows the sperm to break into the egg cell.