5 Questions
Which hormone type has receptors located in the cytoplasm of the target cell?
steroid hormones
What is a characteristic of catecholamine hormones, such as those produced by the adrenal medulla?
they have receptors on the cell membrane
Which of the following hormones can cross cell membranes and bind to receptors in the cell nucleus?
thyroid hormone
What is a common characteristic of protein and peptide hormones, such as those produced by the hypothalamus, pituitary, and pancreas?
they have receptors on the cell membrane
Which hormone type uses a second messenger mechanism to transmit signals?
protein and peptide hormones
Test your knowledge on the classification of hormones into protein and peptide hormones, steroid hormones, and amine hormones. Learn about their solubility, receptor locations, and mechanisms of action.
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