A Hormone That Is Hydrophobic, Derived from Cholesterol, and Binds

question 50

Multiple Choice

A hormone that is hydrophobic, derived from cholesterol, and binds to intracellular receptors is most likely a(n) ____ hormone.

• A) fatty acid
• B) steroid
• C) protein
• D) amine
• E) carbohydrate

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Definitions:

Vegetative Functions

Bodily processes necessary for life that occur involuntarily, such as breathing, heart rate, and digestion.

Adrenal Gland

The adrenal glands are small, triangular-shaped glands located above the kidneys that produce hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, involved in stress response and metabolic processes.

Pituitary Gland

A small, pea-sized gland at the base of the brain that produces hormones influencing various body functions, including growth, metabolism, and reproductive processes.

Autonomic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system responsible for regulating automatic bodily activities such as cardiac rhythm, digestive processes, and breathing rate.