In comparison to ionotropic receptors, metabotropic receptors
A) have effects that occur quicker.
B) have effects that occur slower.
C) have effects that last an instant.
D) have effects that last for a limited duration.
E) act directly on ion channels.

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Metabotropic receptors have effects that occur slower because they indirectly influence ion channels through intracellular signaling pathways, as opposed to ionotropic receptors, which directly regulate ion channels.

In Comparison to Ionotropic Receptors, Metabotropic Receptors