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abiogenesis

Pronunciation: [ˌeɪ.baɪ.oʊˈdʒɛn.ə.sɪs]

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Learn how to use abiogenesis in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “science”

(noun) the idea that life can come from non-living things. Imagine a rock becoming a plant or a tiny bug appearing from a puddle without any parents. It's like magic, but scientists think it could happen naturally in specific conditions.

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Scientists are researching how abiogenesis could explain the origins of life on Earth.

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The theory of abiogenesis is not supported by everyone; some believe life always comes from other living things.

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What experiments are being done to test the idea of abiogenesis?

How to pronounce abiogenesis

Pronunciation: [ˌeɪ.baɪ.oʊˈdʒɛn.ə.sɪs]

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