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Biology Chapter on Theories of Life's Origin

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Which theory proposes that life arose from a 'vital principle'?

Vitalism (correct)

Materialism

Spontaneous Generation

Panspermia

Which theory suggests that life could arise from non-living matter?

Spontaneous Generation (correct)

Creationism

Panspermia

Materialism

Which theory proposes that life originated from dormant life forms from space?

Physical-Chemical Theory

Panspermia (correct)

Creationism

Vitalism

Which theory posits that life's emergence is due to specific conditions on early Earth, such as high temperatures and radiation?

Physical-Chemical Theory (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is most analogous to likening living things to complex machines?

Materialism (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to Oparin's theory, what is the correct order of events in the origin of life?

Abiotic synthesis of organic compounds → development of complexity → formation of first cells (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which group of bioelements constitutes approximately 96% of the dry mass of living organisms?

Primary bioelements (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a secondary bioelement?

Carbon (C) (D) Signup and view all the answers

Trace elements are characterized by which of the following?

Their essential role in organisms despite small quantities (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of water in relation to chemical processes in living organisms?

It is the most abundant and crucial substance for almost all reactions (A) Signup and view all the answers