Influx and efflux of protons to mitochondria and generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) (IMAGE)

Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology

Influx and efflux of protons to mitochondria and generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS)

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When the balance of proton influx and efflux is lost and theproton inside the mitochondria is insufficient, the amount of ROS generated increases. Proton deficiency inside the mitochondria induces proton influx from the emergency route. Once the proton shortage inside the mitochondria is resolved, the emergency route is closed.

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Yoshihiro Ohta/ TUAT

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