Which part of the mature sperm contains the male chromosomes?
a. The head of the sperm
b. The middle portion of the sperm
c. X-bearing sperm
d. The tail of the sperm
A
The head of the sperm contains the male chromosomes that will join the chromosomes of the ovum.
The middle portion of the sperm supplies energy for the tail's whip-like action.
If an X-bearing sperm fertilizes the ovum, the baby will be female.
The tail of the sperm helps propel the sperm toward the ovum.
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