Oxidative Phosphorylation Depends on a Gradient of ______ Across the Mitochondrial

question 35

Multiple Choice

Oxidative phosphorylation depends on a gradient of ______ across the mitochondrial membrane.

• A)ADP
• B)phosphate
• C)glucose
• D)protons
• E)electrons

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Definitions:

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