Discuss the role of ATP synthase in the electron transport chain
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The flow of hydrogen ions back into the mitochondrial matrix down the electrochemical gradient drives the work of ATP synthesis. The ATP synthase is part of a large protein in the inner mitochondrial membrane. This protein functions as both an ion channel through the membrane and an enzyme that catalyzes the production of ATP. Hydrogen ions flow back into the matrix through a pore that is part of the enzyme ATP synthase. The flow of hydrogen ions creates a proton motive force that causes ATP synthase to release its newly formed ATP and bind new ADP and Pi.
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