Question

Why f1 particles are named f1 particles

Answer 1

Answer:

F simply stands for factor and one stands for the first part of the particle that was isolated. It was called a factor as it is a necessary coupling factor for ATPase activity.

Explanation:

Hope it helps!!!

Stay Safe....

Answer 2

The F1 fraction derives its name from the term “Fraction 1” and FO (written as a subscript letter “o”, not “zero”) derives its name from being the oligomycin binding fraction. Oligomycin, an antibiotic, is able to inhibit the FO unit of ATP synthase.

hope this helps u :)