Question

Thyroid was first discovered by

• A. J.C bose
• B. Robert brown
• C. Wharton
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is C Wharton

The thyroid gland is present in the front part of the neck and is located below the larynx. The shape of the gland is like a butterfly. The name of the gland was given by the scientist Thomas Wharton in the year 1656. The name was given with comparison of the ancient shield in Greece. There are many lobules in this gland. There are follicle cells in these lobules which produce the thyroid hormones. The thyroid hormones are responsible for regulating the metabolism of the body.

Thus, the correct answer is option C.