4.1 - Cell Communication Flashcards
1
Q
Cells can communicate
A
Through short or long distances
2
Q
Short distance communication
A
- Cell sends local signal
- Target cell is within short distance
- Used between cells of the same type
3
Q
Long distance communication
A
- Target cells not in the same area as cell emitting the signal.
- Used to signal cells of a different type.
- Endocrine
4
Q
Autocrine signaling
A
Cell signals to itself
5
Q
Paracrine signaling
A
Cell signals to a nearby cell
6
Q
Juxtacrine
A
Cell signals to a cell next to it.
7
Q
Endocrine
A
Cell signals to a cell far away.
ex: Insulin from the pancreas signals cells in the liver.
