The evolution of signaling molecules has made it possible for cells of multicellular organisms, such as humans, to communicate with one another in simple and complex ways. Signaling molecules may be used to transmit information between cells (extracellular or intercellular signaling), or they may be involved in signaling cascades inside cells (cytoplasmic or intracellular signaling). Test your basic knowledge of signaling molecules by taking this simple quiz.
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(1) When considering the response of target cells to hormones, which of the following hormones tend to exert their actions on a shorter (i.e., faster) time scale in target cells?
(2) When considering the response of target cells to hormones, which of the following hormones tend to exert their actions on a longer (i.e., slower) time scale in target cells?
(3) Type II diabetes mellitus is also referred to as:
(4) Another name for glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) is:
(5) Glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) is released from __________ cells found in the walls of duodenum and jejunum of the small intestine.
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Posted: Friday, February 5, 2016
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Last updated: Tuesday, March 11, 2025
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