When a chemical signal binds to an intracellular receptor ... a) ... it leads to the activation of G proteins. b) ... causes the receptor-hormone complex to open or close ion channels. c) ... the cell reacts faster than when a chemical signal binds to membrane-bound receptors. d) ... it leads to the formation of mRNA. e) ... the chemical signal is usually a large, water-soluble molecule.

When a chemical signal binds to an intracellular receptor ... a) ... it leads to the activation of G proteins. b) ... causes the receptor-hormone complex to open or close ion channels. c) ... the cell reacts faster than when a chemical signal binds to membrane-bound receptors. d) ... it leads to the formation of mRNA. e) ... the chemical signal is usually a large, water-soluble molecule.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)

9th Edition

ISBN:9781285866932

Author:Lauralee Sherwood

Publisher:Lauralee Sherwood

Chapter4: Principles Of Neural And Hormonal Communication

Section: Chapter Questions

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