The hormone which regulates the basal metabolism in our body is secreted from the
Correct answer: D. Thyroid
- A. Adrenal cortex
- B. Pancreas
- C. Pituitary
- D. Thyroid
Explanation
The basal metabolism is the minimum amount of energy the body uses in order to maintain vital processes of the body. Generally, this expenditure of energy is expressed in terms of heat production per unit of body surface per day on the basal metabolic rate (BMR). Thyroid is the largest endocrine gland secreting three hormones thyroxine, triiodothyronine and calcitonin. Thyroxine and triiodothyronine control BMR of the body by regulating the rate of oxidation and production of energy.
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