In Miller and Urey's Experiment, What Did They Use to Simulate

question 59

Multiple Choice

In Miller and Urey's experiment, what did they use to simulate the atmosphere in a sealed, glass container to produce amino acids and organic molecules?

• A) volcanic ash
• B) electric arc
• C) water vapor
• D) liquid helium
• E) nitrogen gas

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