Which Substance Acts by Passing Through Plasma Membranes to Enter

question 118

Multiple Choice

Which substance acts by passing through plasma membranes to enter cells to couple with receptors inside the cell then interact with DNA, thereby altering gene expression?

• A) Steroid hormones
• B) Amine hormones
• C) Peptide hormones
• D) Pheromones

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Definitions:

Y Chromosomes

A sex chromosome found only in males, which contains genes that are critical for male sex determination and development.

Gender Schemas

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Spermarche

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Grimke Sisters

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