asked 204k views
3 votes
Methamphetamine was first synthesized from ephedrine using what two chemicals?

1 Answer

7 votes

Answer:

methamphetamine hydrochloride, also known as crystal meth, was synthesized by pharmacologist Akira Ogata via reduction of ephedrine using red phosphorus and iodine.

answered
User Xukrao
by
8.1k points
Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.