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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which of the following is true for chemiosmotic hypothesis?
A
Electron transfer leads to release of protons in the stroma
B
Within the chloroplast, protons in the thylakoid lumen decreases in number
C
Proton gradient is established across the thylakoid membrane
D
It increases the 
in the lumen
in the lumen
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
C
Only statement in option is true. Rest other statements are incorrect and can be corrected as
Electron transfer leads to release of protons in the thylakoid lumen.
Within the chloroplast, protons in the stroma decreases in the number.
It decreases the 
in lumen.
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