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In 1953 S.L. Miller created primitive earth conditions in the laboratory and gave experimental evidence for origin of first form of life from pre-existing non-living. Organic molecules. The primitive earth condition created include.

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low temperature, volcanic storms, atmosphere rich in oxygen

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low temperature, volcanic storms, reducing atmosphere

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high temperature, voicanic storms, non-reducing atmosphere

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high temperature, voicanic storms, non-reducing atmosphere.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Experiment**: In 1953, S.L. Miller conducted an experiment to simulate the conditions of primitive Earth to investigate the origin of life from non-living organic molecules. 2. **Theoretical Background**: The experiment was based on the theory of chemical evolution proposed by scientists Oparin and Haldane. They suggested that before living cells could form, a variety of organic molecules needed to be created from inorganic substances present on primitive Earth. 3. **Conditions of Primitive Earth**: The conditions on primitive Earth were characterized by: - **High Temperatures**: The experiment maintained a temperature of around 800 degrees Celsius. - **Reducing Atmosphere**: The atmosphere lacked free oxygen (O2) and was rich in gases such as methane (CH4), ammonia (NH3), hydrogen (H2), and water vapor (H2O). - **Unstable Climate**: The climate was unstable, with phenomena like volcanic eruptions and storms. - **Electric Discharge**: Miller introduced electric discharge into the flask to simulate lightning, which was common in the primitive atmosphere. 4. **Experimental Setup**: Miller used a closed flask to recreate these conditions. He introduced the gases that were believed to be present in the early atmosphere and applied heat and electric discharge. 5. **Results of the Experiment**: After several days under these simulated conditions, Miller observed the formation of amino acids, which are the building blocks of proteins and essential for life. 6. **Conclusion**: The successful formation of amino acids provided experimental evidence supporting the theory of chemical evolution, indicating that life could originate from non-living organic molecules under the right conditions. ### Final Answer: The primitive Earth conditions created by S.L. Miller included: - High temperature (around 800 degrees Celsius) - Reducing atmosphere (rich in methane, ammonia, hydrogen, and water vapor) - Electric discharge (to simulate lightning) - Unstable climatic conditions (including volcanic activity)
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