Question

Which one of the following is incorrect about the characteristics of protobionts (co-aservates) and microspheres as ensvisaged in the abiogenic origin of life?

• A. They were able to reproduce
• B. They could separate combinations of molecules from the surroundings
• C. They are partially surrounded by the surroundings
• D. They could maintain an internal environment

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

According to abiogenesis or theory of spontaneous generation, life originated from non-living matter. Francisco Redi gave the theory of biogenesis (life comes only from pre-existing life and first disproved-the theory of abiogeneis by covering and uncovering boiled rotten meat.