Multiple choice

ATP synthase is a vital molecular machine that helps in ATP synthesis. Which of the following substances act as inhibitor of ATP synthase?

  1. Clindamycin

  2. Gentamicin

  3. Oligomycin

  4. Rifampin

  5. Trimethoprim

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Oligomycin inhibits ATP synthase. Thus the proton gradient is not utilized & the electrochemical gradient remains high, leading to the inhibition of complex I, III & IV.