protonmotive
/ˌprəʊtɒnˈməʊtɪv/Physics and Biochemistry
adjective
Of, relating to, or characterized by the movement of protons in response to an electric potential gradient. Chiefly in protonmotive force.
Origin
1960s. From proton + motive.
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