About Boris Petrovich Tokin
Lived 1900 – 1984 (aged 84). Boris Petrovich Tokin was a Russian biologist.
Boris Petrovich Tokin (; 21 July 1900, in Krychaw – 16 September 1984, in Leningrad) was a Russian biologist known for coining the term phytoncides and promoting and systematizing their use. He also served as chair of the Society of Materialist Biologists and wrote articles integrating the works of Charles Darwin with Marx and Engels.
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Who was Boris Petrovich Tokin?
Soviet biologist (1900–1984)
When was Boris Petrovich Tokin born?
Boris Petrovich Tokin was born on 21 July 1900 in Krychaw.
When did Boris Petrovich Tokin die?
Boris Petrovich Tokin died on 16 September 1984 in Saint Petersburg.
What was Boris Petrovich Tokin's occupation?
Boris Petrovich Tokin was a biologist.
What nationality was Boris Petrovich Tokin?
Boris Petrovich Tokin was Russian.
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