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Each sperm contains a special organelle known as an acrosome that contains hydrolytic enzymes. It also contains numerous mitochondria. What are the likely functions of these organelles in relation to the sperms' overall functions?

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The egg is surrounded by additional outer membranes, in addition to the cell surface membrane The acrosomal enzymes serve to break down these membranes to bring about fusion of sperm and egg. The swimming action of the sperm by means of its flagella requires energy that is supplied by numerous mitochondria.
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