Question

11. De�ine hormone. Name the hormone secreted by thyroid gland. Write its function why is it advised to use iodised salt?

Answer 1

hormones are substances or chemicals secreted by glands for the chemical coordination in body.

Thyroid secrets a hormone called thyroxine. It regulates the balance for growth,metabolism of carbohydrates,fats and proteins.

iodine is necessary for the synthesis of the gland thyroid.

it is necessary to take iodised salt to avoid the deficiency of iodine in our body and cause goitre