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The extensions of plasma membrane into the cells of prokaryotes are found in the form of?

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Vesicles

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Tubules

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Lamellae

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All the above

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The correct option is D All the above
D. All the above
EXPLANATION: A special membranous structure is formed by the extensions of plasma membrane into the cell. This is called the mesosome. These extensions are in the form of vesicles, tubules and lamellae.

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