When a Protein or Peptide Hormone Binds to Receptors on the Surface

question 74

Multiple Choice

When a protein or peptide hormone binds to receptors on the surface of a cell,

• A) the hormone receptor complex moves into the cytoplasm.
• B) the plasma membrane becomes depolarized.
• C) a second messenger appears in the cytoplasm.
• D) the cell becomes inactive.
• E) the hormone is transported to the nucleus, where it alters the activity of the DNA.

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