The Role of Water in Biological Processes
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What is the most abundant substance in living systems?

  • Lipids
  • Carbohydrates
  • Water (correct)
  • Proteins

    • What is the role of water in transporting nutrients and oxygen into cells?

  • It inhibits the transport process
  • It facilitates the transport process (correct)
  • It has no effect on transport
  • It only transports nutrients

    • What is the geometric shape of water molecules?

  • Octahedral
  • Linear
  • Planar
  • Tetrahedral (correct)

    • What type of bond is formed between water molecules?

    <p>Hydrogen bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of the directional nature of hydrogen bonds in water?

    <p>Creation of unique properties like surface tension and capillary action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which atom within a water molecule carries a slightly negative charge?

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

    What is the role of water in regulating body temperature?

    <p>It helps to maintain a constant body temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of hydrogen bonds between water molecules?

    <p>To stabilize the molecular structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the disorganized and continuous motion of water molecules?

    <p>Flickering clusters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property makes hydrogen bonds between water molecules short-lived?

    <p>Low bond energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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