Why Can Steroid Hormones Trigger Gene Expression in a Select

question 83

Multiple Choice

Why can steroid hormones trigger gene expression in a select number of different cells?

• A) because only target cells allow the steroid hormone to cross the plasma membrane
• B) because only the target cells have the correct coactivator
• C) because only the target cells have a steroid hormone response element encoded in their DNA
• D) because only the target cells have a nucleus

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