Hormone that promotes cell division, protein synthesis and bone growth is-

PTH

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ADH

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ACTH

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Solution

The correct option is B GH
Growth hormone secreted by anterior lobe of pituitary gland, promotes cell division, protein synthesis and bone growth.
ADH is antidiuretic hormone responsible for regulating amount of water in the body.
ACTH controls production and release of cortisol hormone.
PTH raises blood calcium level by releasing calcium from bones.

So, the correct answer is- GH

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