What type of gradient is critical to ATP formation by oxidative phosphorylation?
A) sodium ion
B) chloride ion
C) proton
D) potassium ion
E) None of the answers is correct.

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The proton gradient across the inner mitochondrial membrane is critical for ATP formation by oxidative phosphorylation. This gradient drives the synthesis of ATP by ATP synthase.

What Type of Gradient Is Critical to ATP Formation by Oxidative