What is the function of CFₒ in the ATP synthase enzyme?

What is the function of CFₒ in the ATP synthase enzyme?
  1. It synthesizes ATP
  2. It carries out facilitated diffusion of protons across the membrane
  3. It creates a proton gradient
  4. It activates ATP synthase enzyme

Solution

The CFₒ is embedded in the thylakoid membrane and forms a transmembrane channel that carries out facilitated diffusion of protons across the membrane.

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