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Which of the following is the MOST abundant mineral in our body?
Gigantism
A condition in which too much growth hormone is produced in childhood, resulting in an abnormally increased stature.
Dwarfism
A condition in which too little growth hormone is produced, resulting in an abnormally small stature.
Cretinism
A condition arising from a severe deficiency of thyroid hormone in infants or young children, leading to stunted physical and mental growth.
Thyroid Hormones
Chemical substances produced by the thyroid gland, crucial for metabolism regulation and normal growth and development.
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