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What is mesosome? Where it is located? What are its main uses?

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A specialized membraneous structure is a mesosome which is formed by an extension of plasma membrane into the cell. These extensions are in the form of vesicle, tubules, and lamellae. They help in Cell wall formation, DNA replication and distribution to daughter cells.

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