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A nonpolar ligand such as a steroid hormone usually binds to a/ana. intracellular receptor.b. protein kinase.c. ion channel.d. phospholipid.e. second messenger.
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In this case, it is a nonpolar ligand, specifically a steroid hormone. Nonpolar molecules are hydrophobic, meaning they do not interact well with water and are able to pass through the cell membrane, which is also hydrophobic. Show more…
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