Which of the Following Characteristics or Actions Are Associated with a Steroid

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following characteristics or actions are associated with a steroid hormone?

• A) cyclic AMP
• B) the second messenger
• C) production of new proteins
• D) activation of proteins present in an inactive form
• E) binding of a protein to a surface receptor on the plasma membrane

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Definitions:

Tranquilizers

Medications used to reduce tension or anxiety, often by depressing the central nervous system.

Barbiturates

A class of drugs that act as central nervous system depressants, often used for their sedative and anxiolytic effects.

Depressants

A category of drugs that reduce the activity of the central nervous system, leading to effects such as relaxation, sedation, and decreased alertness.

Hypnosis

A trance-like state of focused attention and increased suggestibility, with diminished peripheral awareness, often used for therapeutic purposes.