Q: Given a scientific question and its correct answer, generate supporting facts for the answer. This supporting fact can be an explanation for the answer to the given question.
Question: Hormones produced by what gland in the neck increase the rate of metabolism in cells throughout the body? Answer: thyroid
A:
The thyroid gland is a large gland in the neck. Thyroid hormones increase the rate of metabolism in cells throughout the body. They control how quickly cells use energy and make proteins.