(also known as biogenesis) is the biological principle that living organisms can only be produced from other living organisms. It stands in direct opposition to the obsolete theory of spontaneous generation (abiogenesis), which proposed that life could arise from non-living matter. Core Principles
: Demonstrated that maggots only appeared on rotting meat if flies were able to lay eggs on it. biogeny
: Conducted the definitive experiment using swan-neck flasks . He proved that even when exposed to air, broth remained sterile unless dust particles (carrying microbes) were allowed to enter the flask. Biogeny in the Modern Origin of Life Theory (also known as biogenesis) is the biological principle
: Showed that boiled broth would not grow microorganisms if it was sealed in an airtight container. : Conducted the definitive experiment using swan-neck flasks
The concept is centered on several fundamental biological truths: