Question

Is mesosome an organelle?

Answer 1

Mesosome:

1. It is the special membranous structure formed by the extensions of the plasma membrane into the cell.
2. It is a membranous organelle, not a cell organelle.
3. They are only present in prokaryotic cells.
4. They help in cell wall formation, DNA replication, and the equal distribution of chromosomes to daughter cells.
5. It increases the surface area of the plasma membrane to carry out enzymatic activities.