Why do hormones act only on some organs?
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Correct answer: Because target organs recognize specific hormones
The governing concept is hormone specificity and receptor binding. Hormones are transported by blood to many parts of the body, but only cells with the appropriate receptors can recognise and respond to a particular hormone. These cells and organs are called target tissues or target organs. Therefore option A is correct. Blood does not flow only to selected organs, and the other statements do not explain receptor-based specificity or hormone action.
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Because target organs recognize specific hormones
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is hormone specificity and receptor binding. Hormones are transported by blood to many parts of the body, but only cells with the appropriate receptors can recognise and respond to a particular hormone. These cells and organs are called target tissues or target organs. Therefore option A is correct. Blood does not flow only to selected organs, and the other statements do not explain receptor-based specificity or hormone action.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Control and Coordination.
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