What is proton-motive force?

Posted February 8, 2024

Cell Signaling Cellular Processes Cellular Structures and Organelles Intracellular Ions Membrane Potential and Channels Physiological Probes

Answer

Proton-motive force refers to the driving force that facilitates the movement of protons across a biological membrane across their concentration gradient from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration.

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