Which of the following statements best characterizes the hormone-receptor interactions?
A) receptors can have different affinities for multiple ligands
B) each hormones will only interact with one type of receptor
C) most cells express receptors for all hormone
D) the hormone-receptor contact is generally irreversible

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Receptors can have different affinities for multiple ligands, meaning that a receptor can interact with multiple hormones to varying degrees. This allows for a greater degree of regulation and specificity in hormone signaling. The other options are incorrect: B) hormones can interact with multiple types of receptors, C) not all cells express receptors for all hormones, and D) hormone-receptor contact is generally reversible.

Which of the Following Statements Best Characterizes the Hormone-Receptor Interactions