Some major functions of the thyroid hormones (TH) are to stimulate which of the following?
a. glycogen synthesis; muscle hypertrophy
b. fat and protein catabolism; inhibits immune system
c. gluconeogenesis; glycogen and fat break down; release of glucose and fatty acids into circulation
d. ATP production; oxygen consumption and heat production; stimulates nervous system and skeletal development
e. glucose and amino acid uptake into most tissues; promotes glycogen, fat, and protein synthesis
Answer: d. ATP production; oxygen consumption and heat production; stimulates nervous system and skeletal development
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