The Electrical Component of an Electrochemical Gradient Is Due To

question 34

Multiple Choice

The electrical component of an electrochemical gradient is due to:

• A)the use of ATP as an energy source to drive primary transport.
• B)a greater concentration of positive charges on the side of the membrane with the lowest concentration of protons.
• C)a higher pH on the side of the membrane with the highest concentration of protons.
• D)a higher pH on the side of the membrane with the lowest concentration of protons.
• E)a greater concentration of positive charges on the side of the membrane with the highest concentration of protons.

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