Which structures perform the function of mitochondria in bacteria?
- Nucleoid
- Ribosomes
- Cell wall
- Mesosomes
Answer
(4) Mesosomes
Solution
As per NCERT, mesosomes are infoldings of the plasma membrane in prokaryotes (vesicles, tubules, lamellae).
∵ They help in cell wall formation, DNA replication and distribution, and also in respiration and secretion and increase the surface area of the membrane.
∴ Mesosomes perform the respiratory function of mitochondria in bacteria.
Answer: (4)