The Essential Element for Triiodothyronine (T₃) and Thyroxin (T₄) Production

question 7

Multiple Choice

The essential element for triiodothyronine (T₃) and thyroxin (T₄) production is:

• A) Iodine
• B) Potassium
• C) Calcium
• D) Sodium

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