Question

Which experiment simulated the early conditions on Earth to produce organic molecules and amino acids?

Answer 1

Answer:

Miller Urey experiment

Explanation:

• Miller Urey's experiment was performed by the scientists Stanley Miller and Harold Urey in 1952.
• The chemicals used in the experiment were water, methane, ammonia, and hydrogen.
• The reagents were taken in a sterile flask and evaporated.
• To simulate lightning high voltage electric shock was applied to the system.
• Then the system was cooled to simulate condensation.
• After checking the reaction medium using paper chromatography Miller identified 5 amino acids.
• This experiment helped to create a clearer picture of the origin of life on the earth through a simple chemical process.