Why Are Some Body Cells Responsive to a Particular Hormone

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Multiple Choice

Why are some body cells responsive to a particular hormone, whereas others are not?

• A)Responsive cells express a receptor specific for the hormone.
• B)Responsive cells are located closer to the gland that releases the hormone.
• C)Whether or not a cell responds to a hormone depends entirely on what type of cell it is (liver cell vs. fat cell vs. nerve cell), because hormones only activate one type of cell.
• D)Responsive cells have complex signal transduction pathways, whereas cells that do not respond to a particular hormone lack these pathways.
• E)All of these choices are correct.

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Definitions:

Megakaryocytes

Large bone marrow cells that produce platelets, which are critical for blood clotting.

Platelets

Small, disk-shaped cell fragments in the blood that are essential for blood clotting.

Blood Composition

The makeup of blood, including red and white blood cells, platelets, and plasma, which transport nutrients, gases, and waste products.

Normocytes

Normal, healthy red blood cells of typical size and shape.