How was vitamin c is discovered?

Vitamin C was discovered in the early 20th century when researchers were investigating the causes of scurvy, a disease affecting sailors who lacked fresh fruits and vegetables. In 1912, biochemist Casimir Funk identified a substance in citrus fruits that could prevent scurvy, which he called "vitamine." Later, in the 1930s, scientists isolated ascorbic acid, confirming it as the active component responsible for the vitamin's health benefits. This led to a better understanding of its role in human nutrition and health.