Question

Answer the following questions (HOTS):

1. Under the universal salt iodization program in India, the sale of of non- iodized salt for human consumption is banned. Why it is is so important to eat iodized salt?

2. Tina is out of station with her friends. There she decided to go for adventure sports. Suddenly during the sports activity, her heartbeat decreases.
Which hormone helps to cope up with the emergency situation and how?

Answer 1

Answer:

Iodine is an important mineral found in some food items. Iodine is a mineral that is required by the body for the synthesis of thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones are required for the maintenance of many metabolic functions of the body. They have a role in increasing the basal metabolic rate, affect protein synthesis and regulate the growth of bones. They also play a major role in neural maturation. So it is important to eat Iodized Salt..

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