The potential energy stored in the unequal distribution of protons is called
A) the proton pump.
B) oxidation-reduction.
C) pH.
D) the electron transport chain.
E) the proton motive force.

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The potential energy stored in the unequal distribution of protons across a membrane is referred to as the proton motive force. This force is a key component in processes like ATP synthesis in cellular respiration and photosynthesis.

The Potential Energy Stored in the Unequal Distribution of Protons