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In insects molting is regulated by ecdysone. In amphibians it's regulated by hormones from the thyroid gland, as is our growth, up to a certain degree. This also illustrates the fact toads are far more closely related to us (both vertebrates) and insects are an outgroup. ^^
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What is the hormone responsible for metamorphosis in frogs and toads?
Thyroxine
Is a hormone responsible for metamorphosis in frogs and toads?
Thyroxine
What process changes frogs and butterflies?
Metamorphosis
What process do frogs undergo that physically changes them from from a tadpole to an adult tetrapod?
metamorphosis
What process do frogs undergo that physically changes that from a tadpole to an adult tetra-pod?
metamorphosis
What process do frogs undergo that physicaly changes them from a tadpole to an adult tetrapod?
Metamorphosis. The back legs grow, then the front legs. The tail then disappears and you have a froglett.
Do humans undergo metamorphosis?
no. they are the same basic shape of a 'mini adult' example: frogs are not mini adults. they are tadpoles and undergo metamorphosis until they are frogs. note: metamorphosis is NOT evolution
What is dramtic change in an animals body?
Dramatic change in an animals body is referred to as metamorphosis. Usually related to frogs and butterflies. Metamorphosis is the process bt which an animal changes into an adult form.
Why do frogs have 2 lives?
Frogs are said to have " two lives" because of their metamorphosis
What is a change of shape during a frogs life?
It is Metamorphosis.
If tadpoles are placed in iodine deficient water what will happen to them and why?
In case of frogs or tadpoles the growth or metamorphosis is controlled by thyroxine hormone. Presence of iodine is must for th production of thyroxine hormone.
What type of metamorphosis are there?
There are grasshoppers,frogs,butterflies,fish, and rabbits.
