Why is water considered essential for life on Earth?

The Vital Role of Water in Supporting Life

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Patricia Brown
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
It is the only compound that can exist in all three states of matter.
It is the only liquid that can dissolve all substances.
It is a major component of living cells and Earth's surface.
It is the most abundant element in the universe.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What property of water allows it to form a 'skin' on its surface?
High specific heat
High surface tension
Low density
High solubility
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does water's cohesive nature benefit certain organisms?
It allows them to dissolve in water easily.
It allows them to absorb more nutrients.
It enables them to float on water surfaces.
It helps them to regulate their body temperature.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of water's high specific heat for living organisms?
It allows organisms to survive in extremely cold environments.
It helps maintain stable temperatures in organisms and environments.
It enables water to dissolve more substances.
It allows water to evaporate quickly.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is water's high heat of vaporization important for life?
It allows organisms to cool down through evaporation.
It prevents water from freezing easily.
It makes water a universal solvent.
It helps water to form hydrogen bonds.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What distinguishes hydrophilic molecules from hydrophobic ones?
Hydrophobic molecules attract water.
Hydrophilic molecules repel water.
Hydrophilic molecules dissolve in water.
Hydrophobic molecules dissolve in water.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do hydrophobic molecules contribute to cellular structure?
They repel water to create barriers in cells.
They dissolve in water to form cell membranes.
They attract water to form protective layers.
They dissolve in water to transport nutrients.
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