They affect metamorphosis in amphibians, if there is deficient tadpole larvae do not metamorphose instead develop into large sized tadpole:

Correct answer: D. Both a & b

  • A. Thyroxine
  • B. Tri-iodothyronine (T3)
  • C. Calcitonin
  • D. Both a & b

Explanation

Thyroid hormones are essential for amphibian metamorphosis, and both T4 and T3 participate in this developmental process. Without adequate thyroid hormone, tadpoles remain larval and may grow unusually large.

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