Water.
Water is essential for all living organisms. It covers about 71% of the Earth’s
surface and makes up a large percentage of the human body. Water is called
the universal solvent because it can dissolve many substances and allows
chemical reactions to occur in living systems.
Water is a polar molecule- it has a slightly positive end (hydrogen) and a
slightly negative end (oxygen). This polarity allows water molecules to form
hydrogen bonds, which give water a high boiling point, surface tension, and
cohesion/adhesion
Water helps our human bodies such as ;
Water maintains cell shape and supports cellular processes.
Water gives an aqueous environment for chemical reactions.
Water helps our bodies maintain a regular body temperature.
Water helps remove waste products
water makes up about 60% of body weight, and even small losses can affect
brain function, mood, and physical performance.
Water is essential for all living organisms. It covers about 71% of the Earth’s
surface and makes up a large percentage of the human body. Water is called
the universal solvent because it can dissolve many substances and allows
chemical reactions to occur in living systems.
Water is a polar molecule- it has a slightly positive end (hydrogen) and a
slightly negative end (oxygen). This polarity allows water molecules to form
hydrogen bonds, which give water a high boiling point, surface tension, and
cohesion/adhesion
Water helps our human bodies such as ;
Water maintains cell shape and supports cellular processes.
Water gives an aqueous environment for chemical reactions.
Water helps our bodies maintain a regular body temperature.
Water helps remove waste products
water makes up about 60% of body weight, and even small losses can affect
brain function, mood, and physical performance.
