An Abnormal Enlargement of the Thyroid Gland Caused by a Tumor

question 83

True/False

An abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland caused by a tumor, lack of iodine in the diet, or infection is a goiter.

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Definitions:

Precursor Molecule

A compound that participates in the chemical reaction that produces another compound, often referring to the initial substances in biosynthetic pathways.

Neurotransmitters

Chemicals produced by neurons that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another, playing critical roles in the communication within the brain and the entire nervous system.

Synthesized

The process of combining various elements to form a complex whole, often used in reference to the creation of chemical compounds or digital sounds.