what-is-the-role-of-atp-hydrolysis-in-the-function-of-abc-transporters

Question

What is the role of ATP hydrolysis in the function of ABC transporters?

Accepted Answer

It provides the energy required to transport substances against their concentration gradient.

Answer

It is involved in the synthesis of the transporter proteins.

Answer

It alters the structure of the transporter to allow substrate passage.

Answer

It facilitates the binding of substrates to the transporter.