Mesh term Membrane Potential, Mitochondrial
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Proton-Motive Force
Description
The voltage difference, normally maintained at approximately -180mV, across the INNER MITOCHONDRIAL MEMBRANE, by a net movement of positive charge across the membrane. It is a major component of the PROTON MOTIVE FORCE in MITOCHONDRIA used to drive the synthesis of ATP.Search for this term in our Faculty Database
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