3 Questions
What is the most abundant compound found in living organisms?
Water
Why does ice float on the surface of water?
Ice is less dense than water
What property of water allows animals to cool themselves with minimal loss of body fluid?
High heat of vaporization
Test your knowledge on the unique properties of water and how it has allowed life to originate and evolve in this quiz. From its high heat of fusion to its high heat capacity, explore the role water plays in protecting organisms from freezing and regulating temperature. Keywords: water, properties, heat of fusion, heat capacity, organisms, temperature.
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