Cell-Specific Responses to Signaling Molecules Are Possible Because

question 67

Multiple Choice

Cell-specific responses to signaling molecules are possible because

• A) nuclear receptor expression is cell specific.
• B) target palindromic DNA sequences are ubiquitous.
• C) signaling molecules are hydrophobic and can pass through the plasma membrane.
• D) only some cells express gated channels for the signaling molecules.

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