Which conformation of the lollipop head of ATP synthase is responsible for converting ADP and Pi into ATP?
A) Closed
B) Tight
C) Open
D) Loose
Answer: Open
Explanation:
The different conformations of catalytic sites are: loose, open,
and tight.
ADP + Pi (substrate) binds to the open site. It is converted to ATP
in tight site.
By rotating γ subunit, conformational change result into a change
in the sites. Thus, ATP is released from the enzyme.
Therefore, ADP + Pi bind at the open site and New ATP is
released.
In the loose site, bound ADP + Pi cannot be released.
In the tight site, condensation of ADP + Pi will form ATP. The ATP
formed is bound very tightly.
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