When Hydrogen Ions Are Pumped from the Mitochondrial Matrix Across

question 60

Multiple Choice

When hydrogen ions are pumped from the mitochondrial matrix across the inner membrane and into the intermembrane space, the result is

• A) the formation of ATP.
• B) the reduction of NAD+.
• C) the restoration of the Na+/K+ balance across the membrane.
• D) the creation of a proton-motive force.
• E) the lowering of pH in the mitochondrial matrix.

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