The Murchison Meteorite Was a Significant Discovery for the Study

question 1

Multiple Choice

The Murchison meteorite was a significant discovery for the study of the origin of life,because it ________.

• A) contained self-replicating organisms
• B) contained carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen
• C) contained significant amounts of amino acids
• D) contained short lengths of RNA
• E) descended through the atmosphere slowly enough that friction was negligible

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