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EARTH & LIFE SCIENCE 11

HOME EXPERIMENT
SPONTANEOUS GENERATION OF MAGGOTS

Objective: Disprove the theory that maggots could be spontaneously generated from meat using
controlled experiment.

Observations

Observations Jar A (Sealed Container) Jar B (Open Container)

Growth of maggots No maggots observed throughout Numerous maggots observed after a


the experiment few days

Smell Mild odor when opened after Strong, putrid odor


experiment

Color of the meat or fruit Slightly darkened, but not as Dark brown to black, visibly
decomposed as the open container decomposed

Growth of fungi Minimal to no visible mold growth Visible mold growth on the surface

Conclusion

The experiment conclusively disproves the theory of spontaneous generation of maggots from meat.
Maggots were only observed in the open container, where flies had access to lay eggs. The sealed
container, which prevented fly access, showed no maggot growth. This demonstrates that maggots come
from fly eggs, not spontaneous generation from decaying meat.

Furthermore, this experiment highlights the importance of controlled variables in scientific research. By
using two identical containers with meat, with the only difference being one sealed and one open, we
were able to isolate the factor responsible for maggot growth - access by flies.

The results also support the principle of biogenesis, which states that living organisms come only from
other living organisms. This experiment, along with others conducted by scientists like Louis Pasteur,
played a crucial role in debunking the long-held belief in spontaneous generation and paved the way for
modern understanding of microbiology and the origins of life.

In conclusion, this simple yet powerful experiment not only disproves spontaneous generation but also
demonstrates the scientific method in action, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based reasoning in
advancing our understanding of natural phenomena.

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.


Address: J.P. Rizal St., Poblacion, Pandi, Bulacan, Philippines 3014
Landline No. : 044-769-2130 / 044-309-5103 Mobile No.: 0905-274-9600
email Address: [email protected]
EARTH & LIFE SCIENCE 11
HOME EXPERIMENT
Jar A (Sealed Container) Jar B (Open Container)
BEFORE BEFORE

AFTER AFTER

IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER, INC.


Address: J.P. Rizal St., Poblacion, Pandi, Bulacan, Philippines 3014
Landline No. : 044-769-2130 / 044-309-5103 Mobile No.: 0905-274-9600
email Address: [email protected]

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