Who is known for his work on scurvy ?
Correct answer: A. James lind
- A. James lind
- B. Fracastorius
- C. John snow
- D. Edward Jenner
Explanation
James Lind demonstrated that citrus fruits could prevent and treat scurvy among sailors, establishing the importance of vitamin C. John Snow is associated with cholera epidemiology, not scurvy.
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