The scientist who discovered the structure of chlorophyll was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The scientist who discovered the structure of chlorophyll was:
A. Richard Willstätter
B. Melvin Calvin
C. Hans Fischer
D. Robert Woodward
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Hans Fischer determined the structure of chlorophyll in the 1930s and synthesized hemin. Willstätter studied its composition, Calvin elucidated the carbon fixation pathway, Woodward synthesized chlorophyll.

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