The Chemistry of Life: Importance of Water in Biology
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Water is not important for living organisms

False

Life began in water and evolved there for 3 billion years before spreading to land

True

Our bodies do not need water to carry out basic functions like digestion, excretion, respiration, and circulation

False

Water makes up over 60% of the whole human body

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Water is not vital to microorganisms

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of the whole human body is water?

<p>80%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process combines smaller molecules and requires energy?

<p>Anabolism</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical formula of water?

<p>H2O</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process involves the formation of oxygen and organic compounds from water and carbon dioxide?

<p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the biological significance of water in living organisms?

<p>It is essential for metabolic processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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