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The amino acid Tryptophan is the precurs...

The amino acid Tryptophan is the precursor for the synthesis of

A

Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine

B

Estrogen and Progesterone

C

Cortisol and Cortisone

D

Melatonin and Serotonin

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