What is the importance of water to biological systems?

[bionut720]

This seems simple but need some elaboration?

[Darby]

How would any chemistry happen if the molecules weren't wandering around in some liquid?

[CoffeaRobusta]

And not just any old liquid. Water has certain properties that make life as we know it possible. For example it is a highly polar molecule, allowing it to dissolve many substances. It is also less dense in solid form, which helps to keep our rivers and lakes from freezing solid in the winter. It has a high specific heat, meaning that it can absorb a lot of heat without changing temperature, creating stable environments.

Try googling the importance of water to life. I am sure you'll get alot of information.

[bionut720]

thanks a lot that was very interesting!