The Idea That Life Regularly Arises from Nonliving Matter Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

The idea that life regularly arises from nonliving matter is referred to as ______.

• A) speciation
• B) spontaneous generation
• C) endosymbiosis
• D) biogenesis

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Definitions:

Nongenital Activities

Activities or behaviors that do not involve the sexual organs, often referring to forms of intimacy or physical closeness that are not sexual in nature.

Gender

The range of characteristics pertaining to, and differentiating between, masculinity and femininity, often based on societal norms and individual identity.

Domestic Work

Tasks and chores performed within the home, such as cooking, cleaning, and childcare, often without pay.

Myths

Widely held but false beliefs or ideas, often rooted in tradition or folklore.