Nebenkern derivative [FBbt_00004951]
Structure that develops from the Nebenkern during spermatid elongation. During late onion stage, the Nebenkern begins to unfurl and elongate. At comet stage it splits into two mitochondrial derivatives, which elongate and become unequal in size during mid elongation stage. The mitochondrial derivatives assume a characteristic position to a plane that splits the central pair of axoneme microtubules which changes slightly through elongation.
Nebenkern derivative
ID: FBbt_00004951
Adult Anatomy
Structure that develops from the Nebenkern during spermatid elongation. During late onion stage, the Nebenkern begins to unfurl and elongate. At comet stage it splits into two mitochondrial derivatives, which elongate and become unequal in size during mid elongation stage. The mitochondrial derivatives assume a characteristic position to a plane that splits the central pair of axoneme microtubules which changes slightly through elongation.
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- develops from: Nebenkern
- is part of: axial complex
Parts of Nebenkern derivative (2 total)
| Thumbnail | Name | Tags |
|---|---|---|
| major mitochondrial derivative | Adult, Anatomy | |
| minor mitochondrial derivative | Adult, Anatomy |
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