Question

Where are the protons and $O_2$ formed likely to be released – in the lumen or on the outer side of the membrane?

Answer 1

1. Protons and O2 found are released from different parts.
2. The protons formed are likely to be released in the lumen.
3. The oxygen is likely to be released on the outer side of the membrane.
4. Lumen releases the proton and outer side of the membrane is the place from where O2 is released.
5. This splitting of water molecules is called photolysis of water.
6. The photolysis of water results in the formation of protons,electrons and oxygen.
7. The oxygen is released on the outer side of the membrane, whereas the protons are released from the lumen.