The first man-made organic aniline dye, mauveine, was discovered by:
Correct answer: B. William Henry Perkin
- A. Staudinger
- B. William Henry Perkin
- C. W.H. Carothers
- D. Ziegler and Natta
Explanation
William Henry Perkin discovered the first synthetic aniline dye, mauveine, in 1856 while attempting to synthesize quinine. This breakthrough marked a significant advancement in the field of organic chemistry and led to the development of the synthetic dye industry. Staudinger, W.H. Carothers, and Ziegler and Natta, although notable chemists, were not involved in the discovery of mauveine or synthetic dyes. Staudinger is known for his research on polymers, W.H. Carothers for developing nylon, and Ziegler and Natta for their work on polymerization catalysts.
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