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Which disease is caused due to iodine deficiency? A. Night Blindness B. Goitre C. Scurvy D. Rickets

Which disease is caused due to iodine deficiency? A. Night Blindness B. Goitre C. Scurvy D. Rickets Correct Answer B

The correct answer is Goitre.

  • Goitre is caused due to iodine deficiency.

Key Points

  • Lack of iodine causes an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland which is called a goitre.
  • Thyroid Gland:
    • The hormones secreted by it are Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine.
    • Iodine is secreted in more quantity.
  • The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck just below your Adam's apple.

 

Additional Information

  • Night blindness is caused due to the deficiency of vitamin A.
  • Scurvy is caused due to the deficiency of vitamin C.
  • Rickets is caused due to the deficiency of vitamin D.

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