Which statement correctly compares peptide hormones and steroid hormones?

• A. Both peptide and steroid hormones are lipid-soluble and bind to nuclear receptors.
• B. Peptide hormones are water-soluble and bind to membrane receptors, while steroid hormones are lipid-soluble and bind to nuclear receptors.
• C. Peptide hormones are lipid-soluble and bind to membrane receptors, while steroid hormones are water-soluble and bind to nuclear receptors.
• D. Both peptide and steroid hormones are water-soluble and bind to membrane receptors.

Answer: (B)