Which of the following statements is TRUE of the role of hormones in growth?

a. Growth hormone is secreted by the liver.
b. Growth hormone triggers the release of somatomedin, which causes muscles and bones to grow.
c. The majority of growth hormone is secreted while children and adolescents are awake.
d. The pituitary gland does not have an important role in growth.


b

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