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OpenStudy (anonymous):

The bark of the white willow tree was initially the source for? a) quinine b) acetylsalicylic acid, or aspirin c) digitalis

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I believe it to be B not 100% sure though

thomaster (thomaster):

Yes white willow bark contains salicin, an alcoholic β-glucoside. Aspirin is a chemical derivative of salicin. So B :)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I was thinking A or B

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you!

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