The ..... gland produces hormones that regulate the bodys metabolic rate. Its correct functioning depends on having a good supply of iodine from the diet. It has a butterfly shape and is located in the anterior neck.

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The ____ gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate. Its correct functioning depends on having a good supply of iodine from the diet. It has a butterfly shape and is located in the anterior neck.

A	thymus
B	thyroid
C	pineal gland
D	pituitary gland

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate the body’s metabolic rate, growth and development. It plays a role in controlling heart, muscle and digestive function, brain development and bone maintenance. Its correct functioning depends on a good supply of iodine from the diet.

Detailed explanation-2: -Thyroid hormone is the hormone that’s mainly responsible for controlling the speed of your body’s metabolism. In infants, thyroid hormone is critical for brain development. Your thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck under your skin, makes and releases thyroid hormone.

Detailed explanation-3: -Thyroid Essentials: How the Thyroid Gland Works The thyroid’s main role in the endocrine system is to regulate your metabolism, which is your body’s ability to break down food and convert it to energy.

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