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PART - 1 - Unit III : CH - 8 Cell: The Unit of Life — BIOLOGY STD 11 Science — Question

Rajasthan BoardEnglish MediumSTD 11 ScienceBIOLOGYPART - 1 - Unit III : CH - 8 Cell: The Unit of Life2 Marks
Question
What is a mesosome in a prokaryotic cell? Mention the functions that it performs.
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Answer

Yes, prokaryotic cells contain mesosomes. Functions of Mesosomes:
(1) In the formation of cell wall.
(2) Help in DNA replication and distribution of its daughter cells
(3) Respiration
(4) Secretory process
(5) Cell division
(6) Help in increasing the surface area and enzyme quantity of the protoplasm membrane 

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