Maximum amount of iodine occurs ina)Adrenal cortexb)Adrenal medullac)T...
Most adults should try to get about 150 micrograms (mcg) of iodine per day. The Linus Pauling Institute provides a list of tolerable upper intake levels (the maximum amount of iodine someone can consume without any negative side effects) for different age groups: children ages 1 to 3: 200 mcg per day.
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Maximum amount of iodine occurs ina)Adrenal cortexb)Adrenal medullac)T...
Option c is correct. Because, for the function of Thyroid, it requires maximum amount of Iodine as Thyroid gland secretes Thyroxin hormone (combination of Iodine and Amino acids), which is responsible for metabolism of Carbohydrates, fats and proteins and Indirectly growth of body and brain.
Maximum amount of iodine occurs ina)Adrenal cortexb)Adrenal medullac)T...
Iodine is an essential trace element , the thyroid hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine contain iodine. It is needed for the production of thyroid hormone. The body does not make iodine , so it is an essential part of our diet. Iodine deficiency is a lack of the trace element iodine. It may be result in goitre as well as cretinism , which results in developmental delays and other health problems.
So, the correct answer is option 'C'.
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