Only certain organs called the target organs respond to the presence of a specific hormone because
A)only those organs are attached to the endocrine gland.
B)only those organ cells have the appropriate receptors.
C)only those organs allow the hormone to enter their cells.
D)they are the first organs along the hormone's circulatory path.
E)if enough time is allowed,all organs respond to the hormonE.

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Target organs have specific receptors on their cells that are complementary to the specific hormone. Only these organs have the appropriate receptors to bind with the hormone and initiate a response.

Only Certain Organs Called the Target Organs Respond to the Presence