Explaining ATP Synthase for Beginners

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The discussion centers around a request for a clearer explanation of ATP synthase and its role in cellular respiration, particularly within the electron transport chain. The original poster, Boris, acknowledges a basic understanding but seeks a deeper insight into the mechanism of ATP synthase. He references a specific website that features an animated illustration of ATP synthase in action and suggests that others can ask specific questions for further clarification. Additional resources mentioned include another website dedicated to ATP synthase and Wikipedia's entry on the topic, indicating a collaborative effort to enhance understanding of this critical enzyme in energy production.
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So I was learning about cellular respiration and all that jazz, and when we got to the electron transport system, I didn't get a very great explanation on how ATP Synthase works. I know the basics of what it does, but I guess I'd like to understand it more... If anyone could explain it for me that would be really great.
 
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I used this website to teach myself:

http://student.ccbcmd.edu/~gkaiser/biotutorials/cellresp/etsch.html

It includes an animated gift of ATP synthase in action. If you have specific questions we can try to answer them.
 
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pheidippides said:
If anyone could explain it for me that would be really great.
Take a look at http://www.atpsynthase.info
Wikipedia also has a nice entry on ATP synthase.

Regards,

Boris.
 

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