What is the function of the parathyroid gland in frogs?

What is the function of the parathyroid gland in frogs?
  1. Regulating blood sugar levels
  2. Regulating heart rate
  3. Regulating calcium levels in the blood
  4. Regulating metabolism

Solution

The parathyroid gland is responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood by secreting parathyroid hormone. This hormone increases the release of calcium from the bones and decreases its excretion by the kidneys.

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