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What are the two hormones secreted by the thyroid? Mention their functions.

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The two hormones secreted by thyroid gland are thyroxine and calcitonin.

Thyroxine increases cell metabolism and energy production, regulates growth and sexual maturity. Calcitonin decreases calcium ion concentration in blood.

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