The functions of thyroxine and T₃ include all of these except: A)they increase the rate of protein synthesis within cells B)they increase the use of all three food types for energy production C)they increase the rate of mitosis in growing organs D)they are necessary for both physical and mental growth

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Thyroxine and triiodothyronine (often referred to in the context of thyroid hormones, though the question seems to have a typographical error with "T₃") primarily influence metabolism, protein synthesis, and growth. However, they do not directly increase the rate of mitosis in growing organs. Their main role is to regulate metabolism and energy use, and while they are crucial for growth and development, their direct effect on mitosis is not as pronounced as their impact on metabolic processes and protein synthesis.

The Functions of Thyroxine and T3 Include All of These

The Functions of Thyroxine and T₃ Include All of These