When a few intracellular mediator molecules activate several enzymes, and each of these activated enzymes activate still other enzymes, the hormone has initiated ________.
A) a cascade effect
B) a double loop effect
C) a protein kinase effect
D) a cyclic effect
E) a negative feedback cycle

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This process is known as a cascade effect, where the activation of a small number of molecules leads to a chain reaction, significantly amplifying the initial signal. This is common in hormonal signaling pathways.

When a Few Intracellular Mediator Molecules Activate Several Enzymes, and Each