The term zeatin was given by

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Miller

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Letham

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Melver

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Solution

The correct option is C Letham
Letham coined zeatin. It is a plant hormone derived from the purine base called adenine. It belongs to the family of plant growth hormones called cytokinins and was discovered in immature corn kernels from the genus, Zea.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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