What Is Cell-Cell Signaling That Requires the Cells to Be

question 61

Multiple Choice

What is cell-cell signaling that requires the cells to be in contact called?

• A) Autocrine
• B) Endocrine
• C) Juxtacrine
• D) Paracrine
• E) Synaptic

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Definitions:

Inner Ear

The innermost part of the ear, containing structures responsible for hearing (cochlea) and balance (vestibular system).

Basilar Membrane

A key structure in the cochlea of the inner ear, which plays a critical role in the sensory processing of sound through its vibration.

Oval Window

A membrane-covered opening located at the base of the stapes bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations to the cochlea.

Moon Illusion

A visual phenomenon which causes the Moon to appear larger near the horizon than it does higher up in the sky.