11th Class Chemistry Hydrogen & Its Compounds / हाइड्रोजन और इसके यौगिक

  • question_answer 1)
    Describe the usefulness of water in biosphere and biological systems.

    Answer:

    Water is essential for all forms of life. Two-third of the human body is water. It constitutes about 65-70% of the body mass of animals and plants. The unique properties of water such as high specific heat, thermal conductivity, surface tension, dielectric constant, etc., allow it to play a key role in biosphere. It regulates the climate and body temperature of living beings. It is an excellent solvent for transport of minerals and other nutrients for plant and animal metabolism. It serves as a medium in which a great variety of chemical reactions can occur. It is essential for photosynthesis process and in this way oxygen cycle is maintained in atmosphere.


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