1. Which statement is not true about thyroxin? (a) Iron is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin (b) It regulates carbohydrates, protein and fat metabolism in the body (c) The thyroid gland requires iodine to synthesise thyroxin Thyroxin is also called the thyroid hormone
ScienceClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Soln:
The answer is (a) Iron is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin
Explanation:
Iodine is essential for the synthesis of thyroxin but not iron hence statement a) is wrong