What are three unique properties of water and how does each property play a role in living systems?

Question

What are three unique properties of water and how does each property play a role in living systems?

Answer 1

1. abundant

2. contain 2 important elements carbon and oxygen which are both important for the body (broken down to nutrients)

3. it has the ability to disolve (blood and lymph) also (carries waste and nutrients)

4. it has the ability to reduce pressure (in the skull/cavity)

5. It has low viscocity which makes it perfect for transport nutrients (blood)

Answer 2

liquid, solid, and steam

Answer 3

1. the unique structure that results in hydrogen bonding.  This bonding helps to hold life together and allows things like water transport up to the top of tall trees.

2. it's specific heat.  It requires a relatively high amount of energy to change the temperature of water 1 degree.  Without this, we would all freeze much quicker when outside on a cold day.

3. nearly universal solvent.  This allows our blood to hold all of the necessary nutrients for life.

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