In bacteria the respiratory enzymes are located on
A
Plasmid
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B
Episome
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C
Mesosome
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D
Nucleoid
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Solution
The correct option is B Mesosome In bacteria, the site for respiratory activity is found in mesosomes. Mesosomes are folded invaginations in the cell membrane of bacteria. They increase the surface area required for respiration. They contain respiratory enzymes. It is the site of respiratory activity.