Phase 1 of the creation of life on earth was phase 2 was the formation of self-replicating, information-containing molecules. phase 3 was the development of a membrane, which enabled metabolism and created the first cells.

affects the water bodies: excessive use of fertilizers causes eutrophication. the fertilizers which are used on plants affect the quality of land on which it is used, further causing erosion of soil. the fertilizers used on plants contain harmful chemical fumes which affect the environment.

i believe the answer would be b. hope it : )