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ATP synthase (complex V)

Uses the proton-motive force across the inner mitochondrial membrane to synthesize ATP.

Oxidative phosphorylationHomo sapiens
REFERENCE IDENTIFIER7.1.2.2EC record
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Record type: enzyme. Uses the proton-motive force across the inner mitochondrial membrane to synthesize ATP.
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Catalyzes a step inOxidative phosphorylationUsesADPUsesInorganic phosphateUsesProtonProducesATPProducesWaterEncoded byATP5F1A
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ATP synthesis by chemiosmosis

ATP synthase uses proton flow to drive ATP formation from ADP and phosphate.

Oxidative phosphorylation · irreversible