Dwarfism results due to

Excess secretion of thyroxine

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Less secretion of growth hormone

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Less secretion of adrenaline

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Excess secretion of growth hormone

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The correct option is B Less secretion of growth hormone
The main function of the growth hormone is to regulate the growth and development of the body. Dwarfism is a condition where the person’s growth is stunted due to the inadequate secretion of this hormone.

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Dwarfism results due to :

(a) excessive secretion of thyroxine hormone

(b) excessive secretion of growth hormone

(d) less secretion of growth hormone

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