Deficiency of iodine can cause which disease?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Goitre
The governing concept is the link between iodine nutrition and thyroid function. Iodine is required to synthesise thyroxine; when iodine intake is too low, the thyroid may be unable to make enough hormone and can enlarge, causing goitre. Therefore, option A is correct. Diabetes is mainly associated with problems involving insulin, scurvy with vitamin C deficiency, and rickets with vitamin D or mineral deficiency.
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Goitre
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The governing concept is the link between iodine nutrition and thyroid function. Iodine is required to synthesise thyroxine; when iodine intake is too low, the thyroid may be unable to make enough hormone and can enlarge, causing goitre. Therefore, option A is correct. Diabetes is mainly associated with problems involving insulin, scurvy with vitamin C deficiency, and rickets with vitamin D or mineral deficiency.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Control and Coordination.
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