Assertion :The proton gradient is broken down due to the movement of protons across the membrane channel of the
F₀ of the ATPase Reason: It is the breakdown of proton gradient that leads to release of energy.
a. Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion
b. Both Assertion and Reason are correct c. but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion
c. Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect
d. Assertion is incorrect and Reason are correct