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Cambridge IGCSE Biology practice

What is the main reason water acts as a solvent in living organisms?

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Osmosis

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What is the main reason water acts as a solvent in living organisms?.

  1. A.It has a high boiling point
  2. B.It can dissolve many substances
  3. C.It is a good conductor of electricity
  4. D.It is less dense than most liquids

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Water as a Solvent

Water dissolves many substances, which helps in digestion, excretion, and transport within organisms.

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    Describe how water functions as a solvent during digestion.

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