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Who proposed cosmic panspermia theory?

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Arrhenius
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Helmholtz
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Spallanzani
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Pasteur
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Richter
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Solution

The correct option is A Arrhenius
Panspermia is the theory that microorganisms or biochemical compounds from outer space are responsible for originating life on Earth and possibly in other parts of the universe where suitable atmospheric conditions exist. It is proposed by Swedish chemist and Nobel laureate Svante Arrhenius.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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