Q165 / 180 · NEET 2016 (Phase 2) · Zoology

Which of the following is the correct sequence of events in the origin of life?
(i) Formation of protobionts
(ii) Synthesis of organic monomers
(iii) Synthesis of organic polymers
(iv) Formation of DNA-based genetic systems

  • A
    i, ii, iii, iv
  • B
    i, iii, ii, iv
  • Correct answer
    C
    ii, iii, i, iv
  • D
    ii, iii, iv, i

Solution

The correct sequence of events in the origin of life is:

Synthesis of organic matter, followed by that of organic polymers. This led to the formation of protobionts and further DNA-based systems

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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