Ion channels can be involved in cell signaling because:
A)they interact with G proteins.
B)they lead to receptor phosphorylation.
C)their signal is amplified in the cell by a series of phosphorylation events.
D)they receive signals from other cells and lead to a cellular response.
E)Ion channels are not involved in cell signaling.

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Ion channels can receive signals from other cells and lead to a cellular response by changing the ion permeability of the cell membrane, which can alter the cell's electrical charge and trigger various cellular processes.

Ion Channels Can Be Involved in Cell Signaling Because