An experimental test of the hypothesis to explain the origin of the first organic compounds on Earth might include all of the following sequential steps (starting with A and proceeding to E)except A)assembling an atmosphere with H₂,CH₄,NH₃,and H₂S. B)placing this atmosphere over liquid water. C)inoculating with a few bacteria to get the process started. D)increasing the temperature of the gases. E)providing energy with electrical spark discharges.

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Inoculating with bacteria is not a necessary step in the hypothesis to explain the origin of the first organic compounds on Earth. The other steps are all relevant to the hypothesis, with the assembly of an atmosphere, placement over water, increase of temperature, and providing energy with electrical spark discharges all being important for the formation of organic compounds.

An Experimental Test of the Hypothesis to Explain the Origin