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One of the early possible source(s) of energy for chemical reactions were/was:

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green plants

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chlorophyll

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carbon dioxide

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UV rays and lightning

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The correct option is D UV rays and lightning
According to the theory of chemical evolution, the earth's atmosphere was very different from how it is now. Solar radiations, UV rays and lightning were suggested to be the early sources of energy for chemical reactions.

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