Mesosome is a convoluted membranous structure formed in a prokaryotic cell by the invagination of the plasma membrane. Its functions are as follows:
uf0d8 These extensions help in the synthesis of the cell wall, replication of DNA. They also help in the equal distribution of chromosomes into the daughter cells.
uf0d8 It also increases the surface area of the plasma membrane to carry out various enzymatic activities.
uf0d8 It helps in secretion processes as well as in bacterial respiration.
