Aside from the Traditional Hypothesis That Life on Earth Developed

question 77

Multiple Choice

Aside from the traditional hypothesis that life on Earth developed via organic compounds produced in a reducing atmosphere, which alternative hypotheses is most likely?

• A) Life could have arisen from the organic compounds formed around hydrothermal vents far below the ocean floor.
• B) Life could have developed on another planet and was then delivered by meteorites.
• C) The organic compounds necessary for life were delivered to Earth by meteorites.
• D) Life on Earth may have arisen inside land-based volcanoes.
• E) The organic compounds necessary for life could only have been produced in an oxidizing atmosphere.

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Definitions:

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Muscles

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