Since membranes are relatively impermeable to ions,most of the protons re-enter the matrix by passing through special channels in the inner mitochondrial membrane.Because of the inward flow of protons these channels allow the synthesis of

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The inward flow of protons through special channels in the inner mitochondrial membrane allows the synthesis of ATP from ADP and Pi in a process called oxidative phosphorylation. This is the main mechanism by which ATP is generated in aerobic respiration. The other choices are not related to this process and are incorrect.

Since Membranes Are Relatively Impermeable to Ions,most of the Protons