In which industry did Merck Group pioneer commercial manufacturing?
Morphine
Aspirin
Penicillin
Insulin
Answer
Merck Group pioneered the commercial manufacture of morphine in the 19th century. At one point, the company held a virtual monopoly on cocaine as well. This highlights Merck's long-standing commitment to innovation and its impact on the pharmaceutical industry.
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