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On the primitive earth, polymers such as proteins and nucleic acids in aqueous suspension formed the spherical aggregates. These are called

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Primitosomes
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Liposomes
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Primitogens
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Coacervates
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Solution

The correct option is D Coacervates
According to Oparin, Coacervates are primarily composed of protein and polysaccharide, with some water, become separated from the surrounding aqueous solution.
So, the correct answer is 'Coacervates'

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