Assertion : Organic compounds first evolved in earth required for origin of life were protein and nucleic acid.

Reason : All life forms were in water environment only.

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  • A

    If both Assertion and Reason are correct and the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.

  • B

    If both Assertion and Reason are correct but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion.

  • C

    If the Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.

  • D

    If both the Assertion and Reason are incorrect.

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Reason : In the primitive atmosphere, oxygen was involved in forming ozone

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