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Question 98

A hormone reaches two cells, but only one responds. What feature must the responding target cell have?

  1. A duct opening onto the skin
  2. No receptors of any kind
  3. A matching hormone receptorCorrect answer
  4. An ability to carry oxygen

Explanation

A target cell responds when it carries a receptor whose shape and chemistry allow recognition of that hormone. Mere exposure is insufficient, so a cell without the appropriate receptor will not respond in the same specific way.

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