Question detail
Why is thyroxine essential for human growth?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Hormonal coordination in humans
Question
- A. It increases appetite
- B. It regulates sleep patterns
- C. It stimulates metabolic processes
- D. It enhances immune response
Answer
It stimulates metabolic processes
Explanation
Thyroxine is essential for human growth because it stimulates metabolic processes that are necessary for the development and maintenance of body tissues.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Thyroxine's Role
Students often think that thyroxine only affects metabolism and do not recognize its crucial role in growth and development.
Emphasize that thyroxine is essential not just for metabolic rate but also for proper growth and development, particularly during childhood and adolescence.
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