For centuries scientists found evidence that supports the theory of spontaneous generation. Which of the following supported this theory?

The bicycle speed is 12 miles per hour.
The bicycle speed is 12 miles per hour.

The water temperature is 80ºF.
The water temperature is 80ºF.

The soup tastes salty.

None of the provided statements directly support the theory of spontaneous generation. The theory of spontaneous generation, which posits that living organisms can arise from non-living matter, has been discredited by experiments conducted by scientists such as Louis Pasteur in the 19th century. The provided statements are unrelated to the theory of spontaneous generation.