Shadow, great first post. I missed this 6 months ago. I don't understand the biochemistry as I have only studied chemistry. But I have read about the Miller-Urey experiment before. I have only read two pages so far, but I was stimulated to respond now. I will give a full response after I have read all the facts others have posted.
Actually there has been some amazing progress in the field of abiogenesis. The most interesting ideas IMO relate to alkaline vents under the ocean. I might write up the details when I get time. - cofty
Yeah you told me about that three years ago when I brought up abiogenesis. You obviously haven't had time yet. Looking forward to that thread and the one about Soai's reaction. But take all the time you need. Armageddon is not coming soon.
LUHE, cool about your biology degree, have you thought about teaching in Uni or high school?
By the way Cofty, I have never asked you before but do you have formal qualifications in science? Not that it means anything. I am just interested.