Sperm Motility
Author(s): Lou Gross1, Monica Beals1, Susan Harrell1
University of Tennessee Knoxville
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Summary:
This module introduces equations related to oxygen diffusion in the context of understanding the relationship between oxygen needs and metabolism. It is intended for an introductory biology audience.
Contents:
- Sperm Motility.docx(DOCX | 23 KB)
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Description
This activity maps to the OpenStax biology textbook, 43.6 Fertilization and Early Embryonic Development
Student Introduction: Mammalian sperm cells consist of a head, midpiece, and flagellum. The midpiece is densely packed with mitochondria. These mitochondria provide energy in the form of ATP to the flagellum to propel the cell.
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Researchers should cite this work as follows:
- Gross, L., Beals, M., Harrell, S. (2019). Sperm Motility. Quantitative Biology at Community Colleges, QUBES Educational Resources. doi:10.25334/Q4D159