Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 2 - Small Molecules and the Chemistry of Life - 2.4 - Water Is Critical for Life - 2.4 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 39: 2

Answer

In a solution, a solute is dissolved uniformly in a solvent. For example, strong acids and bases dissociate and is evenly soluble within water. Water is called the "medium of life" because of its ability to dissolve a large variety of compounds. This makes it easy to transport anything from ionic substances to organic compounds within living organisms.

Work Step by Step

In a solution, a solute is dissolved uniformly in a solvent. For example, strong acids and bases dissociate and is evenly soluble within water. Water is called the "medium of life" because of its ability to dissolve a large variety of compounds. This makes it easy to transport anything from ionic substances to organic compounds within living organisms.
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