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Sourav PanAugust 18, 2024

Who among the following scientists was the pioneer in the development of chemotherapy?

Who among the following scientists was the pioneer in the development of chemotherapy?

(A) Elie Metchnikoff
(B) Robert Koch
(C) Paul Ehrlich
(D) Ronald Ross

 

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Sourav PanMay 15, 2025

Answer: (C) Paul Ehrlich

Explanation:
Paul Ehrlich is known as the pioneer of chemotherapy for his work in developing the concept of a “magic bullet” to treat diseases, particularly with the development of the drug salvarsan for syphilis.

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