What are mesosomes in a prokaryotic cells? Mention the function that it performs.
A special membranous structure is a mesosome that is formed by the extensions of the plasma membrane into the cell. These extensions are in the form of vesicles, tubules, and lamellae. They help in cell wall formation, DNA replication, and distribution to daughter cells. They also help in respiration, in the secretion process increase plasma membrane surface and enzymatic content.
