Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 7 - Cell Communication and Multicelluarity - 7.4 - Cells Change in Response to Signals in Several Ways - 7.4 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 145: 2

Answer

A signal may reach a cell as a single hormone molecule. This signal must be amplified within the cell to ensure that the response is carried out a sufficient amount of times rather than just involving a single molecule.

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A signal may reach a cell as a single hormone molecule. This signal must be amplified within the cell to ensure that the response is carried out a sufficient amount of times rather than just involving a single molecule.
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