Spontaneous Generation
Vs.
Biogenesis
Vs.
Oparin’s Hypothesis
Vs.
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Below are links to websites that explain a few theories of the solar systems origins. There are
many theories of where life came from; spontaneous generation, biogenesis, Oparin’s
hypothesis, creationism, big bang, etc…
Assignment:
Browse the websites below. Note what each theory believes the origin of life is, and then create
your own theory. The assignment is to create a two page report about your own theory of
where life came from. You may use the below resources for research or scout the internet or
documents in the library for your own. Your paper should include how you believe the universe
was developed and what evidence you believe supports your theory. Past historical
observations and data may be used, as well as existing documents. Save your document in your
science folder with a name such as- studentname_origins
References should be cited on a separate page. Font should be 12 pt and double spaced.
Spontaneous Generation
Biology Online
Spontaneous Generation - Definitions
The Microbial World
Spontaneous generation was an attractive theory to many people, but was ultimately disproven.
All About Science
What is spontaneous Generation
Biogenesis
Biology Online
Biogenesis – Definitions
Bright Hub
Louis Pasteur & the Biogenesis Theory in Microbiology
Oparin’s Hypothesis
Origin Of Life: Twentieth Century Landmarks
The Oparin-Haldane Hypothesis
What is Oparin's Hypothesis?