Question

The use of iodised salt is recommended to prevent: ​

Answer 1

Correct Option: (d) goitre.​ ​

The decreased intake of iodine causes a condition called goitre that leads to the swelling of the thyroid gland which is visible as a swollen neck.​ ​

• We consume iodised salt in our diet that contains iodine which is necessary for producing thyroxine in the thyroid gland.​
• Swollen neck is due to the increase in the size of the thyroid gland to increase the production of thyroxine hormone.