Zoology-Hormone Action Mechanism

NEET Zoology Hormone Action Mechanism MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Hard-Class 11

A diagram shows two pathways of hormone action: one involving a membrane-bound receptor and another involving an intracellular receptor. Which molecule acts as a second messenger in the pathway involving a membrane-bound receptor?

Question diagram
A

Cyclic AMP

B

Testosterone

C

Cortisol

D

Estradiol

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Cyclic AMP is a second messenger generated by hormones that interact with membrane-bound receptors, regulating cellular metabolism.

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