What is the process in which electron flow through electron transfer chains sets up a hydrogen ion gradient that drives ATP formation?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Electron transfer phosphorylation
C) Electromagnetic radiation
D) Light-dependent reaction
E) Photolysis

Question

What is the process in which electron flow through electron transfer chains sets up a hydrogen ion gradient that drives ATP formation?  
A) Photosynthesis
B) Electron transfer phosphorylation
C) Electromagnetic radiation
D) Light-dependent reaction
E) Photolysis

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The process described is called electron transfer phosphorylation, where electrons flow through electron transfer chains and set up a hydrogen ion gradient that drives ATP formation. This occurs in both cellular respiration and photosynthesis.

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