Question

Hormones are called chemical signals that stimulate specific target tissues. Their action depends on the presenc3e of receptors on the respective target tissues. Which of the following is the correct location of the receptors in the case of protein hormones?

Options

• Extra cellular matrix

• Blood

• Plasma membrane

• Nucleus

Answer 1

Plasma membrane

Explanation:

The plasma membrane consists of receptors that include protein hormones.