Oxidative phosphorylation in the electron transport chain involves the synthesis of ATP. This process is directly driven by:
- AThe direct transfer of a phosphate group from a substrate.
- BThe energy released from the hydrolysis of GTP.
- CThe proton gradient established across the inner mitochondrial membrane.
- DThe direct reaction of ADP with inorganic phosphate.
✓ Correct answer: C
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