Thyroid

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  • ductless gland in the neck of vertebrates that regulates metabolism, growth, and so forth
    Source: Noland, George B. 1983. General Biology, 11th Edition. St. Louis, MO. C. V. Mosby
  • A gland located beneath the voice box (larynx) that produces thyroid hormone. The thyroid helps regulate growth and metabolism.
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