Multiple choice

To create the primitive conditions that may have existed at the time of origin of life, _________ were subjected to electrical discharge.

  1. H2, NH3, CO2 and H2O

  2. H2, CH4, H2O and CO2

  3. H2, CH4, C2H6 and CO2

  4. H2, NH3, NO2 and H2O

  5. NA
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Explanation

Haldane and Urey assembled an atmosphere similar to that on early Earth. This had molecules like ammonia, methane and hydrogen sulphide over water. This is correct.

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