Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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ISBN: 9780190209896
Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Whether the following statements aretrue or false.

Ionophores form channels through which ions flow.

Ionophores require energy.

Ions may diffuse in either direction.

Ionophores may cause voltage gates.

Ionophores transport all ions with equal ease.

Introduction:

Ionophores integrate themselves into the inner mitochondrial membrane to form ion channels. This ends up uncoupling the electron-transport chain from ATP synthesis. Due to their function and properties, they are studied as a part of both the electron transport chain and lipid biochemistry.

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