Mitochondrial/chloroplast Membranes Flashcards

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What membranes are used by/in:
Bacteria
Respiration
Photosynthesis?

A

Bacteria - cell membrane
Respiration - mitochondria inner membrane
Photosynthesis - thylakoid membranes of the chloroplasts

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What is the common function of the inner membranes of mitochondria/ chloroplasts/ bacterial cell membrane?

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They only let protons through in a highly controlled fashion. Also, the membranes are watertight (sealed membranes) because protons are very small and easily pass through water molecules

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