Question

multiple theories have been proposed about the origin of life on earth. which theory is most widely supported by scientists as an explanation of how life began on earth?

Answer 1

"Many scientists favor the RNA world hypothesis, in which RNA, not DNA, was the first genetic molecule of life on Earth. Other ideas include the pre-RNA world hypothesis and the metabolism-first hypothesis. Organic compounds could have been delivered to early Earth by meteorites and other celestial objects." – Khan

"The most accepted theory for the origin of life is Oparin - the Haldane theory. Reason for acceptance of this theory: This theory states that from the abiogenetic material organic molecules could be formed in the presence of an external energy source." – Byjus