The biogenesis theory is explained and how it differs from the theory of spontaneous generation. The work of early scientists to prove or disprove these theories is described, including discoveries in microbiology. Louis Pasteur is credited with finally discrediting the theory of spontaneous generation.

Concepts

louis pasteur, microorganisms

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origin of life, theory of spontaneous generation, antoni van leeuwenhoek, buzzle.com: biologywise: biogenesis theory, francesco redi, john needham, rudolf virchow

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 4 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
• The intended use for this resource is Instructional