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Thyroxine, the principal hormone of the thyroid gland, requires which element for its synthesis?

  • A Iron
  • B Zinc
  • C Calcium
  • D Iodine

Correct answer: D. Iodine

Explanation: Iodine is essential for synthesising thyroid hormones (T3 and T4); its deficiency can cause goitre.

Concept context

The endocrine glands, hormone classification and mechanism of action, and negative feedback regulation.

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