When this micronutrient is lacking in the soil,goiter among the region's population is common.What is this micronutrient?
A)fluoride
B)iron
C)iodine
D)zinc

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Goiter is a condition where the thyroid gland enlarges. The thyroid gland needs iodine to produce thyroid hormones. If there is a deficiency of iodine in the soil, then the crops grown in that region will also be deficient in iodine. This can lead to a deficiency of iodine in the human diet, which can cause goiter.

When This Micronutrient Is Lacking in the Soil,goiter Among the Region's