Endocrine signalling is important for the development of a number of tissues. From the list below, select the features that apply to this type of signalling.
Select all options that apply.

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Endocrine signalling is important for the development of a number of tissues.  From the list below, select the features that apply to this type of signalling.   Select all options that apply.

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Endocrine signalling molecules are secreted into the bloodstream

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The receptors can be located on the cell surface, or within the cell, if the ligand is small and lipid soluble

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The effect of endocrine signalling can be to alter gene expression in target cells

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The signalling cells and target tissues can be located distally to each other

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Endocrine signals always cause opening of ion channels in the responding cells

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Endocrine signalling molecules only act locally on surrounding cells

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The secreting ligand remains bound to the surface of the cell secreting it

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Endocrine signals only activate a response at high concentrations

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