CONNECTIVE TISSUE GLAND
ENDOCRINE
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Question
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The hormones of the ____ play a role in regulating metabolism.
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thymus gland
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parathyroid gland
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thyroid gland
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pineal gland
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The thyroid gland is regulated by thyrotropin releasing hormone (TRH) and thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). In addition to TRH/TSH regulation by TH feedback, there is central modulation by nutritional signals, such as leptin, as well as peptides regulating appetite.
Detailed explanation-2: -Thyroid hormone (T3 and T4) affects every cell and all the organs in your body by: Regulating the rate at which your body uses calories (energy). This affects weight loss or weight gain and is called the metabolic rate. Slowing down or speeding up your heart rate.
Detailed explanation-3: -The thyroid regulates your metabolism. The two main thyroid hormones are T3 and T4.
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