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[[Image:BCSMART_11-12_Figure_2.JPG|right|400px|thumb|FIGURE 2: ROS Production | |||
1.During reperfusion (return of blood flow), the electron transport chain sends more protons (H+) into the | |||
inter membrane space, producing a high concentration. | |||
2.A high concentration gradient of protons (H+) “backs up” the electrons, allowing them to leave the ETC. | |||
3.The excess electrons in the matrix can bind to oxygen, generating reactive oxygen species (ROS) | |||
that carry a negative charge (O2 | |||
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