Question

All living things need to transport molecules from one place to another within the body in order to carry out necessary life functions. Water makes up approximately 60% of the human body. Which property of water best describes how it is able to transport these molecules from place to place and play such a vital role in life's functions?

Answer 1

Answer: Water as a universal solvent

Explanation:

Water is a universal solvent because of its property of dissolving a large number of molecules of different kind.  The water at the biological level forms the major body weight of the organisms. It helps in supporting the cell metabolism and function. It is the main component of the liquid component of blood that is plasma. The water dissolved in it various vitamins, minerals, fibers, and other components of the food and helps in digestion of food in the body. Thus in human and animal body water plays an important role in circulation and digestion process.