The Two Main Classes of Molecules That Function as Hormones

question 50

Multiple Choice

The two main classes of molecules that function as hormones are steroid hormones and hormones that are derived from

• A) amino acids.
• B) cholesterol.
• C) nucleic acids.
• D) long-chain fatty acids.

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