Biology (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
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Chapter 21, Problem 2TYU
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Concept introduction: The Earth was formed before 4.6 billion years from the sun due to the continuous bombardment of huge rocks and ice. When Earth was formed, chemical evolution began, which led to the formation of organic molecules. Organic molecules led to the evolution of first cells and thus life evolved.
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