Biology, asked by pakku33, 11 months ago

why does the people in hilly region get Goiter

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Answered by sanjana188
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Answer:

BECAUSE IN HILLS THERE IS LACK OF IODINE

Explanation:

Iodine is a key element in maintaining normal thyroid function, the deficiency of which leads to goitre. In the mountains ,the soil and water have lower amounts of iodine,leading to lowered intake of iodine.

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Answered by ramanujan67
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Explanation:

People living on mountains are more prone to goitre , as most of them have iodine deficiency. Iodine is a key element in maintaining normal thyroid function, the deficiency of which leads to goitre. In the mountains ,the soil and water have lower amounts of iodine,leading to lowered intake of iodine.

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