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  • Which gland plays an important role in the metamorphosis of frog?  Option: 1 Adrenal 

Which gland plays an important role in the metamorphosis of frog?

 

Option: 1

Adrenal 


Option: 2

Pancreas

 


Option: 3

Thyroid

 


Option: 4

Thymus

 


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Thyroid Gland -

Hormones of the Thyroid Gland:

Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3): 

  • T4 contains four atoms of iodine and T3 contains three atoms of iodine.
  • T3 is active and potent form and is formed by the removal of one iodine from T4 in liver, kidneys and other tissues.
  • These are synthesised from tyrosine amino acid. 
  • The functions are as follows:
  • Increase in basal metabolic rate (BMR) due to higher oxygen consumption and energy production
  • Normal growth and development
  • Maintenance of healthy hair and skin
  • Increased rate of glucose absorption in the intestine
  • Controlling excitability of nerve fibres
  • Causing metamorphosis of tadpole larva

 


 

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Thyroid gland secretes thyroxine hormone. It is involved in causing metamorphosis of frog. Hence, the correct option is thyroid

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