In one hypothesis about the origin of life on earth, scientists propose that organic molecules were produced from inorganic molecules in chemical reactions. how would you evaluate a scientist's claim that reactions, showing organic molecules emerging from inorganic molecules, can be seen in nature today?

In which of the following ways is the function of the surface of a microsphere similar to the function of an actual cell membrane? a.both make it possible for the conditions in the interior to be different from the conditions outside. b.both provide a barrier that keeps water from flowing across it so the interior remains dry. c.both separate the rna that forms in the interior from any rna that might form in the environment. d.both can actively move molecules into the interior or out into the surrounding environment.

What happens as electrons move along the chain of molecules known as the electron transport chain? they gain energy, which causes atp molecules to lose phosphate groups. they gain energy, which causes h *ions to join with oxygen to produce water. they lose energy, which is then used by the cell to make atp. they lose energy, which is then used to break down atp.

Which of the following explains why a tree is often used as a model to represent the principle of common descent