Oxidative Phosphorylation Flashcards
1
Q
What happens during oxidative phosphorylation?
A
electrons and protons are released from reduced enzymes
electrons pass along the electron transport chain in a series of redox reactions
this releases enegy which is used to create a proton gradient - protons diffuse down their electrochemical gradient through ATP synthase - chemiosmosis
provides energy for ADP + Pi -> ATP
oxygen is the final electron acceptor which combines with electrons and protons to form water
2
Q
What is the outer membrane?
A
the long lines - the first part
3
Q
What is the inner membrane space?
A
space between outer membrane and inner membrane
4
Q
What is the inner membrane?
A
where all of the things are e.g. proton gradient etc
