Which of the following statements is true of the thyroid gland?
A. The thyroid gland synthesizes and secretes five hormones that are essential for tissue growth and development.
B. The hormones of the thyroid gland directly influence the activity of only one peripheral tissue, bone tissue.
C. The thyrotropin-releasing hormone directly stimulates the thyroid gland to produce triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).
D. The cells of the thyroid gland absorb iodide and combine it with the amino acid tyrosine to make T3 and T4.
Answer: D
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