A Ligand Binding to A(n) _____ Receptor Directly Results in Phosphorylation

question 1

Multiple Choice

A ligand binding to a(n) _____ receptor directly results in phosphorylation

• A) Cytokine
• B) G protein-coupled
• C) Intracellular
• D) Threonine kinase
• E) Tyrosine kinase

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Definitions:

Thyroid Hormone

Hormones produced by the thyroid gland, including triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), which regulate the body's metabolism, energy production, and nervous system development.

Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone

A hormone involved in the regulation of melanin production in the skin, affecting skin pigmentation.

Skin Pigmentation

The coloring of the skin caused by melanin production, affecting its tone and appearance.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands, involved in the body's response to stress and regulation of metabolism.