Atomic Number (Z) = Number of protons =Number of electrons. For example, an atom of magnesium contains 12 protons, therefore, its atomic number is 12. All the atoms of a particular element contain same number of protons in their nuclei. Therefore, all the atoms of an element have same atomic number.
The thyroid gland is an organ located in the front of your neck and releases hormones that control your metabolism (the way your body uses energy), breathing, heart rate, nervous system, weight, body temperature, and many other functions in the body.
The thyroid is a soft, butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck, in front of the trachea (windpipe). The thyroid gland regulates metabolism, telling the body how fast to think and move and process food and waste. Thyroid function affects hair health, including breakage, texture, rate of growth, and rate of loss.