proton potential
[ˈproʊtɑn pəˈtɛnʃəl]
nounpl: proton potentials
potencial de próton
1. The electrochemical gradient of protons (H+ ions) across a biological membrane, representing the potential energy stored in the concentration difference and electrical charge of protons
The proton potential drives ATP synthesis in mitochondria through chemiosmosis.
O potencial de próton impulsiona a síntese de ATP nas mitocôndrias através da quimiosmose.
2. In plant biology, the proton-motive force created by the proton pump that facilitates nutrient uptake and other cellular processes
Plant cells utilize proton potential to transport glucose across cell membranes against the concentration gradient.
As células vegetais utilizam o potencial de próton para transportar glicose através das membranas celulares contra o gradiente de concentração.
This is technical scientific terminology used primarily in academic and research settings in both Brazil and Portugal. The concept is fundamental to understanding cellular respiration and energy production, making it a standard term in biochemistry education and research across Portuguese-speaking countries and English-speaking scientific communities.
Related Idioms & Phrases
harness the proton potential
across the proton potential
maintain the proton potential
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