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Write any two characteristics of sperm.
Write any two characteristics of sperm.
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Sperm are designed for motility and carry the male genetic material for fertilization.
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Characteristics of sperm:
Sperm are microscopic, single-celled male gametes.
They consist of a head containing the nucleus, a midpiece with mitochondria for energy, and a tail (flagellum) for motility.
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