The element that is a component of the hormone thyroxine is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The element that is a component of the hormone thyroxine is:
A. Zinc
B. Cobalt
C. Iodine
D. Iron
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Iodine is incorporated into thyroxine (T₄) and triiodothyronine (T₃) synthesized by the thyroid gland. Deficiency leads to goiter and hypothyroidism. Iron is in hemoglobin, zinc in insulin and enzymes, cobalt in B₁₂.

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