Compare and Contrast the Actions of Steroid Hormones with Peptide

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Essay

Compare and contrast the actions of steroid hormones with peptide hormones.

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Definitions:

Hair Cells

Sensory cells located in the inner ear that are critical for converting sound vibrations into electrical signals that the brain can understand.

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing the cochlea, vestibule, and semicircular canals, which are essential for hearing and balance.

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures on the surface of cells that move in a wave-like manner to transport substances or facilitate movement.

Conduction Hearing Loss

A less common form of hearing loss, caused by damage to the mechanical system that conducts sound waves to the cochlea.