Water (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What percentage of our body mass does water form?
What percentage of our body mass does water form?
60%
What percentage of most plants' mass does water form?
What percentage of most plants' mass does water form?
90%
What role does water play in chemical reactions?
What role does water play in chemical reactions?
It is the medium in which they occur
How does water function in the body's transport system?
How does water function in the body's transport system?
It forms part of the blood
Which property of water makes it useful for dissolving substances?
Which property of water makes it useful for dissolving substances?
It is an excellent solvent
How does water help maintain a stable body temperature?
How does water help maintain a stable body temperature?
By absorbing heat and releasing it slowly
How does water aid in cooling the body?
How does water aid in cooling the body?
Through sweating