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Did Lipscomb work on the biochemical application of boron compounds?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Only on the chemical application

  • Only on the physical properties

Answer

Yes, Lipscomb did work on the biochemical application of boron compounds. He showed that boron could be used to make a number of compounds that were biologically active. These compounds were found to have a variety of effects on cells, including stimulating cell growth and differentiation.
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