Question

if the protons could pass back across the membrane through the proton pump, the production of atp would not be affected. true or false

Explanation:

ATP production relies on the proton - motive force generated by the proton gradient across the membrane. If protons pass back through the proton pump instead of through ATP synthase, the proton - motive force will be dissipated in a non - productive way, affecting ATP production.

Answer:

False