How is estradiol recognized by the estrogen receptor?
A) The molecular weight is recognized.
B) The atom types in the ligands are recognized by the receptors.
C) Single bonds, double bonds, and triple bonds are recognized by receptors.
D) Receptors recognize ligands by shape only.
E) Ligands are recognized by shape and intermolecular forces.

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Ligands, including estradiol, are recognized by the estrogen receptor through a combination of their shape and intermolecular forces such as hydrogen bonding and van der Waals interactions. This allows for specificity in ligand-receptor binding and activation of downstream signaling pathways.

How Is Estradiol Recognized by the Estrogen Receptor