Biological Importance of Water 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyBiological moleculesASAQA Created by: CaraCreated on: 30-12-16 15:51 Cohesion Water molecules are attracted to each other (hydrogen bonding) so stick together. 1 of 6 Why is it important that water is cohesive? Aids transportation in plants and animals e.g.- transpiration 2 of 6 Reactions Takes part in hydrolysis and condensation reactions e.g.- ATP formation 3 of 6 Solvent Polar solvents can dissolve in it. Transports ions and minerals around the body 4 of 6 Cooling body temprature Water has a high specific heat capacity which means it takes a lot of energy to make sweat evaporate meaning you can cool down easier 5 of 6 Maintains body temperature Has a high specific heat capacity which means it requires lots of energy to change the temprature 6 of 6
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