Chemistry · Vitamins: Classification and functions
The term vitamin was introduced by
The term vitamin was introduced by
- A. Dr. Funk
- B. Dr Edwards
- C. Dr.Strepto
- D. Dr Indira Hinduja
Step-by-step solution
The term 'vitamin' was coined by the Polish biochemist Casimir Funk (often referred to as Dr. Funk) in 1912. He derived it from 'vital amine' because he believed these compounds were amines. Although later research showed not all vitamins are amines, the name stuck. The other options are not associated with the introduction of the term.
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