Chapter 12.9, Problem 3QQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: Identify the incorrect statement concerning “proton flow” during ATP synthesis.

Concept introduction: Oxidative phosphorylation is the biochemical process for the synthesis of ATP from ADP and ${\text{P}}_{\text{i}}$. The energy required for the synthesis is transferred from the electron transport chain.

The proton flow between the matrix and intermembrane space is responsible for the formation of a proton gradient as a result of it the ATP synthesis takes place.