Question

question 18 of 20 : select the best answer for the question. 18. which process or theory explains how life could have arisen from nonliving materials? a. differentiation b. abiogenesis c. photosynthesis d. cambrian explosion mark for review (will be highlighted on the review page) << previous question next question >>

Explanation:

• Option A: Differentiation is the process by which cells become specialized in multicellular organisms, not related to life arising from non - living materials.
• Option B: Abiogenesis is the theory that life can arise from non - living matter. This matches the description in the question.
• Option C: Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen, and it occurs in already living organisms.
• Option D: The Cambrian explosion refers to a rapid diversification of life forms during the Cambrian period, not the origin of life from non - living materials.

Answer:

B. Abiogenesis