Introduction to Evolution and Origin of Life
Introduction to Evolution and Origin of Life: Overview
This Topic covers sub-topics such as Evolution, Origin of Life, Theory of Spontaneous Generation, The Origin of Species, Coacervates, Biogenesis Theory, Theory of Special Creation and, Oparin-Haldane Theory
Important Questions on Introduction to Evolution and Origin of Life
Theory of_____ (biogenesis/catastrophism) was proposed by Louis Pasteur.
Which of the following theory was proposed by Louis Pasteur?
The theory of biogenesis was proposed by Georges Cuvier.
According to the theory of special creation the living organisms on earth were created by divine power.
Biogenetic law was proposed by
Follow the three column matching and find out the correct combinations
| S. No | Item | Component | Equivalent to |
| I) | Primordial atmosphere | Reducing atmosphere | |
| II) | Spark chamber | Electrodes | Lightning |
| III) | Condenser | Cool water | Simulation of rain |
| IV) | Aqueous solution | Amino acids | Chemical origin of life |
Match the options given in Column I with those given in Column II.
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Column – I |
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Column – II |
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A. |
Primary abiogenesis |
(i) |
Louis Pasteur |
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B. |
Reproductive fitness |
(ii) |
Hugo de Vries |
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C. |
Saltation |
(iii) |
Charles Darwin |
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D. |
Biogenesis |
(iv) |
Oparin – Haldane |
Fill in the blank with the correct option provided in the bracket.
The first oxygenic photosynthetic organisms were _____(Mycoplasma/Rhodobacter/Cyanobacteria).
Oxygen or Nitrogen was absent in the atmosphere of primitive earth?
Match the scientists (Column ) with their contributions (Column ) and select the correct option.
| Column | Column | ||
| i. | Oparin | a. | Origin of species |
| ii. | Darwin | b. | Mutation theory |
| iii. | Mendel | c. | Coacervate theory |
| iv. | Hugo De Vries | d. | Laws of inheritance |
According to Oparin theory, one of the possible early sources of energy was/were
According to the 'Theory of Chemical evolution proposed by Oparin, _________ was the simplest organic compound to arise.
Which of the following theory states that, the life originated on the earth from non-living matter?
According to the "Theory of special creation":
The Theory of special creation was proposed by:
Coacervates belongs to which category?
Find the incorrect statement about the characteristics of protobionts that's envisaged in the abiogenic origin of life?
A group of organisms capable of maintaining their nature over many generations is called _____.
About how many years ago, photosynthetic life was present on the Earth?
What was present before the formation of Srishti?
