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2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation

2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation

2. Disproving Spontaneous Generation / Introduction to Spontaneous Generation / Problem 3

In the debate over Spontaneous Generation, how did Francesco Redi’s experiments challenge the prevailing theory?

A

He demonstrated that boiling water prevented the formation of life.

B

He showed that microorganisms could not grow in a sealed environment.

C

He used meat in sealed jars to show that maggots did not appear without flies.

D

He introduced the concept of the “germ of life” in the air.

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