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13. Describe all of the hormonal influences on skeletal growth and development.

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The growth hormone/IGF-1 system stimulates both bone-resorbing and bone-forming cells, but bone formation is the dominant effect, resulting in increased bone mass. Thyroid hormones boost the energy production of all cells in the body, including bone cells.

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