Chapter 17.3, Problem 1LO

Summary Introduction

To discuss:

The role of chemical and biological evolution in the formation of the first cell.

Introduction:

The first living cells originated are prokaryotic cells. The prokaryotic cell possesses DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) without a distinct nucleus. These prokaryotic cells are evolved chemically and biologically.

The biotic synthesis of building blocks of biological macromolecules such as proteins, nucleic acids, amino acids, and nucleotides. The early cells are formed by the abiotic synthesis because of the different conditions present on the early earth.