AP Cell Communication

Front

What are ligands of the endocrine system that travel long distances and have a slow transmission of signals to cells called?

Back

Hormones

Front

What type of signals involve long distance communication through hormones?

Back

Endocrine signals

Front

What type of signaling involves communication between nearby cells?

Back

Paracrine signaling

Front

What are the two types of chemical signaling among cells?

Back

Intracellular signaling and intercellular signaling

Front

What type of receptors are Gated ion channels?

Back

They are a type of receptor that opens or closes in response to a signal, allowing ions to flow across the membrane.

Front

Define autocrine signaling.

Back

A type of signaling where a cell targets itself.

Front

Define paracrine signaling.

Back

A type of signaling where a cell targets nearby cells.

Front

Define endocrine signaling.

Back

A type of signaling where hormones are released into the bloodstream to target distant cells.

Front

What is the role of G-coupled protein receptors?

Back

They are involved in transmitting signals from outside the cell to the inside.

Front

What is the function of receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs)?

Back

They are involved in the regulation of cell growth and differentiation.