water Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
why is water’s density important?
A
- allows some animals to be buoyant
- Ice is less dense than water; creates an insulated habitat for fish beneath and a habitat for polar bears above
2
Q
Why is water so important in cells?
A
- medium for chemical reactions (makes up most of cytosol)
- Creates turgor pressure
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