The theory of spontaneous generation (living organisms evolves from nonliving organisms) was advocated and defended by:

A. John Needham
B. Francesco Redi
C. Lazzaro Spallanzani
D. Girolamo Fracastoro
E. Louis Pasteur


Ans: A. John Needham

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