Which of the Following Best Describes the Proton-Motive Force

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the proton-motive force?

• A)a higher concentration of protons in the intermembrane space compared to the mitochondrial matrix
• B)a higher concentration of protons in the mitochondrial matrix compared to the intermembrane space
• C)a higher concentration of protons in the cytosol compared to the mitochondrial matrix
• D)a higher concentration of hydrogen atoms in the intermembrane space compared to the mitochondrial matrix
• E)a lower pH inside the mitochondrial matrix compare to the cytosol

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