Which gland secretes the hormone thyroxine (T4) that controls the metabolic rate?
Answer
B) Thyroid gland
The correct answer is B) Thyroid gland — Select the option that names the thyroid gland.
Step-by-step solution
- Recall that thyroxine (T4) is a thyroid hormone involved in metabolism.
- Identify the gland that produces thyroid hormones: the thyroid gland.
- Select the option that names the thyroid gland.
Common mistake: Confusing the thyroid gland with the pituitary gland, which secretes many other hormones.
Concept tested: Hormone‑secreting glands
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