Zoology-Endocrine Glands

NEET Zoology Endocrine Glands MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11

If a condition causes the thyroid gland to increase its hormone synthesis rate to 150% of normal, leading to hyperthyroidism, by what percentage will the basal metabolic rate (BMR) increase if it is directly proportional to thyroid hormone levels?

A

50%

B

100%

C

150%

D

200%

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The NCERT context explains that the basal metabolic rate is regulated by thyroid hormones. If the synthesis rate is increased to 150% of normal, BMR, which is directly proportional to hormone levels, will also increase by 50%.

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