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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Biomolecules

Question:

The condition goitre is associated with which hormone?

Options:

Cortisone

Adrenaline

Thyroxine

Insulin

Correct Answer:

Thyroxine

Explanation:

Thyroxine is an iodinated derivative of tyrosine. Abnormally low levels of thyroxine leads to hypothyroidism, which causes enlargement of thyroid gland (goitre). Increases level of thyroxine causes hyperthyroidism.