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Chapter 9.5, Problem 2LO
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To relate: The function of second messengers to signal transduction pathways.

Introduction: Cell signaling is the process of cell communication within the body. It is the ability of cells that perceive and respond to the micro-environment in the basis of tissue repair, immunity, and development. It is classified into five types namely intracrine, autocrine, juxtacrine, paracrine, and endocrine.

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