What powers the ATP synthase enzyme in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis?
A) energy from ATP
B) energy from NADPH
C) energy from the splitting of water
D) energy from electron transfer chains
E) energy from the flow of hydrogen ions

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The ATP synthase enzyme is powered by the flow of hydrogen ions (protons) across the thylakoid membrane, which creates a proton gradient used to synthesize ATP.

What Powers the ATP Synthase Enzyme in the Light-Dependent Reactions