The experiments conducted by John T. Needham using infusions were interpreted as supporting the theory of
A) antisepsis.
B) bioremediation.
C) spontaneous generation.
D) etiology.
E) chemotherapy.

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John T. Needham's experiments using infusions were misinterpreted as providing evidence for spontaneous generation, which was a widely accepted theory at the time. Needham believed that microorganisms could spontaneously generate from non-living matter, but his experiments were later criticized for not controlling for contamination, leading to the incorrect conclusion.

The Experiments Conducted by John T