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The creation of proton gradient across the thylakoid membrane is a result of

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Increase in pH in the lumen

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Accumulation of protons in the stroma

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Decrease in proton number in the stroma

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Decrease in proton number in the stroma

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Solution

The correct option is C
Decrease in proton number in the stroma

The proton gradient is generated due to the accumulation of protons on the inner side of the lumen and a decrease in pH on the lumen side of the thylakoid membrane.

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