Growth of Bones Is Controlled by a Symphony of Hormones

question 34

Multiple Choice

Growth of bones is controlled by a symphony of hormones.Which hormone is important for bone growth during infancy and childhood?

• A)prolactin
• B)somatomedins
• C)growth hormone
• D)thyroid hormone

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