Cell signaling over a long distance is known as _____ signaling.
A)paracrine
B)endocrine
C)contact-dependent
D)autocrine

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Endocrine signaling involves the release of signaling molecules (hormones) into the bloodstream, which can then travel long distances throughout the body to exert their effects on target cells. Paracrine signaling, on the other hand, involves the release of signaling molecules that act over short distances in a local area, while contact-dependent signaling requires direct physical contact between the signaling and target cells. Autocrine signaling involves a cell signaling to itself.

Cell Signaling Over a Long Distance Is Known as _____