(a)
Interpretation:
The consequence of c-subunit stoichiometry for the ratio of hydrogen ion and ATP needs to be determined.
Concept Introduction:
The several types of ATP syntheses are A-type, F-typeand V-type. The main transmembrane subunit of these ATP syntheses is ATPase subunit C of
They are enzyme complexes which are membrane-bound, and they also transport ions like protons across the membrane. The energy can be produced in the form proton gradient making use of flux of the ions through the membrane with the help of ATPase proton network that drives the ATP synthesis.
Some of the ATPases use the energy obtained from ATP hydrolysis and build proton gradient. In this way, they work in reverse direction. The different ATPase types have different functions and the ion type transported by them.
(b)
Interpretation:
The relationship between c-subunit stoichiometry and the magnitude of the proton-motive force needs to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
For ATP synthesis, the approximate value of the proton motive force is -250 mV. This is denoted as
In the chloroplast the value of
The subunit C in F-ATPases is also known as subunit 9 as well as proteolipid. The F-ATPases contains 10 C subunits in the form of an oligomeric ring that build up the
The protons flux drives the C subunit ring rotation that is coupled with the
The continuous protonation and deprotonation of
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