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Theory of Abiogenesis

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Extra-terrestrial origin of life was proposed by theory of

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Panspermia

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Catastrophism

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Spontaneous generation

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Special creation

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The correct option is A Panspermia
Theory of extra-terrestrial origin or theory of panspermia states that life originated from spores or particles which reached the earth from unknown parts of the universe along with meteorites or spaceships.

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