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ESS 302 - Hormones I

ESS 302 - Hormones I

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are steroid hormones?

Back

Steroid hormones are lipid-soluble hormones derived from cholesterol that regulate various physiological processes.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of paracrine signaling?

Back

Paracrine signaling functions by the release of signaling molecules that affect nearby cells.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What do gap junctions allow?

Back

Gap junctions allow direct communication between adjacent cells.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What regions does the endocrine system impact?

Back

The endocrine system impacts many regions of the body.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How are peptide hormones defined?

Back

Peptide hormones are short chains of amino acids that function as signaling molecules.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary characteristic of lipid-soluble hormones?

Back

Lipid-soluble hormones can easily pass through cell membranes due to their hydrophobic nature.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do signaling molecules play in cellular communication?

Back

Signaling molecules facilitate communication between cells, influencing their behavior and function.

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