Sperm Tails, Tem #1
by David M. Phillips
Title
Sperm Tails, Tem #1
Artist
David M. Phillips
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
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Color enhanced transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of cross sections through sperm tails of a rat. A sperm's tail's ability to move is partly due to the arrangement of microtubules (part of the cell's cytoskeleton) within the tail. The microtubules are arranged in a central axoneme with two central single microtubules and nine peripheral double microtubules. Surrounding the microtubules are dense fibers, which provide rigidity and protection to the tail. Next is a layer of mitochondria which provide the energy for movement. Finally the tail is wrapped in a protective outer sheath.
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June 30th, 2014
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