Those hormones that are nonpolar can pass through the plasma membrane and are called
A. hydrophilic.
B. hydrophobic.
C. lipophilic.
D. Both hydrophobic and lipophilic are correct.
Answer: D. Both hydrophobic and lipophilic are correct.
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