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abiogenesis
[ab′ē·ōjen′əsis]
Etymology: Gk, a + bios, not life, genein, to produce
spontaneous generation; the idea that life can originate from inorganic, inanimate matter. Also called spontaneous generation. Compare biogenesis. abiogenetic, adj.


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that demonstrates there are so many ways to make hydrocarbons in an abiogenic setting.
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The discussion on abiogenic origins of oil, gas, and coal and the consequences for public policy if the theory is right (Ehrlich thinks it is) alone are worth the price of the book to anyone who teaches earth sciences, environmental sciences, energy issues--or who is trying to decide what kind of car to buy.
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