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When the F1 portion of the ATP synthetase complex is removed from the mitochondrial membrane and studied in solution, it functions as an ATPase. Why does it not function as an ATP synthetase?


Definitions:

Iasis

Refers to a condition or disease state, often used as a suffix in medical terms.

Ectasis

An extension or dilation of a hollow organ or vessel within the body.

Edema

Swelling caused by excess fluid trapped in the body's tissues, commonly occurring in the feet, ankles, and legs.

Blast

A sudden, violent blow or impact, often referring to explosions or powerful gusts of wind, but can also describe the rapid growth and proliferation of cells in a specific context like biology or medicine.

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