Q.

Select the wrong statement about the endocrine system and hormones. 

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a

The new definition of hormone covers a number of new molecules in addition to the hormones secreted by the organised endocrine glands.

b

Several non-endocrine tissues secrete hormones called growth factors.

c

The pituitary gland secretes releasing and inhibiting hormones which regulate other endocrine glands.

d

All hormones produce their effects on target tissues by binding to intracellular hormone receptors.

answer is D.

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The receptors of lipid-soluble hormones are intracellular while those of water soluble hormones are present on the plasma membrane.

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