Which gland pair is correctly matched with its primary endocrine output and a major physiological function?
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Correct answer: Thyroid gland → T3/T4 → basal metabolic rate regulation
The thyroid gland secretes T3 and T4, which are key regulators of basal metabolic rate; this is a central endocrine function.
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