When a Cell Releases a Signal Molecule into the Environment

question 8

Multiple Choice

When a cell releases a signal molecule into the environment and a number of cells in the immediate vicinity respond, this type of signaling is

• A)typical of hormones.
• B)autocrine signaling.
• C)paracrine signaling.
• D)endocrine signaling.
• E)synaptic signaling.

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