The deep-sea vent hypothesis for the formation of prebiotic organic molecules is based on
A) temperature gradients of the hot water coming from the vents and cold ocean water.
B) hot gaseous substances released from the vents.
C) a buildup of radioactive substances around the vents.
D) temperature gradients of the hot water coming from the vents and cold ocean water and hot gaseous . substances released from the vents are correct answers.
E) temperature gradients, proton gradients, and radioactive substances could all lead to the formation of prebiotic organic molecules.
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