Product Name: Human Sperm Cell
Category: Reproductive Biology | Cell Type
Model: Haploid Gamete – Male (Spermatozoon)
Description:
The human sperm cell is a highly specialized, motile reproductive cell designed for one critical function: delivering paternal DNA to the female egg for fertilization. Measuring approximately 50–60 micrometers in length, it features a streamlined structure optimized for speed and precision.
Key Features:
Head: Contains a compact nucleus with 23 chromosomes (haploid), and an acrosome cap filled with enzymes essential for penetrating the outer layers of the egg.
Midpiece: Packed with mitochondria that generate ATP, providing energy for movement.
Tail (Flagellum): A whip-like structure that propels the sperm forward through the female reproductive tract using undulating motion.
Functionality:
Facilitates the fusion of male genetic material with that of the female egg (ovum) during fertilization, initiating embryonic development.
Production Site: Testes (within seminiferous tubules)
Lifespan: Up to 5 days in the female reproductive system under optimal conditions
Interesting Fact:
A healthy adult male can produce over 1,000 sperm cells per second, highlighting the cell's role in ensuring reproductive success.