Carl Benda
Carl Benda was a German microbiologist who coined the term 'mitochondria' in 1898, deriving from the Greek words for 'thread' and 'small grain' to describe their appearance under the microscope. His contribution was pivotal in establishing the nomenclature that we use today, facilitating a deeper understanding of mitochondrial biology and its critical role in energy metabolism within cells.
Born on Jan 01, 1857 (168 years old)
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In 1898, German microbiologist Carl Benda coined the term 'mitochondria'.
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