The Thyroid Gland

question 11

Multiple Choice

The thyroid gland

• A)regulates the gonads.
• B)is the smallest endocrine gland in humans.
• C)acts on the kidney to restrict urine flow.
• D)stimulates metabolic rate and promotes normal growth.
• E)has a high concentration of calcium.

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