Chapter 18, Problem 55P

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The function of iodine.

Introduction:

Iodine is a trace mineral. It is such a mineral that is needed in very little amounts in the body without it deficiency diseases will occur in humans. Deficiency disease that occurs in humans in the absence of or in the want of iodine is a goiter. Since it is a trace element its normal daily requirement is less than