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During the origin and evolution of life, key biological compounds were progressively synthesised in ocean with the help of enery obtainable from

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Lightning

B

Ultraviolet light

C

Lightning as well as ultraviolet light

D

Combustion of certain compounds ?

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To answer the question regarding the energy sources that facilitated the synthesis of key biological compounds in the ocean during the origin and evolution of life, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Context**: The question asks about the energy sources that contributed to the synthesis of biological compounds in the ocean during the early stages of life on Earth. 2. **Referencing the Chemical Theory**: The chemical theory proposed by scientists Oparin and Haldane provides insight into the conditions present on early Earth that led to the formation of life. 3. **Identifying Key Conditions**: According to the theory, several conditions existed during the origin of life: - High temperatures (around 800 degrees Celsius). - Presence of various gases (like NH3, CO2, H2, CH4, and water vapor). - Torrential rains that created large water bodies. 4. **Determining Energy Sources**: The theory identifies two primary sources of energy that facilitated the synthesis of biological compounds: - **Ultraviolet (UV) Rays**: These rays from the sun provided energy necessary for chemical reactions. - **Lightning**: Lightning strikes also provided significant energy, contributing to the formation of complex organic molecules. 5. **Evaluating the Options**: The options given in the question are: - A) Lightning - B) Ultraviolet light - C) Lightning as well as ultraviolet light - D) Combustion of certain compounds 6. **Selecting the Correct Answer**: Based on the chemical theory, both lightning and ultraviolet light were crucial energy sources. Therefore, the correct answer is: - **C) Lightning as well as ultraviolet light**. ### Final Answer: The key biological compounds were progressively synthesized in the ocean with the help of energy obtainable from **lightning as well as ultraviolet light**. ---
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