What are two of the characteristics of water that make it so important in living organisms?

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Water is a polar molecule, and can form hydrogen bonds. These two characteristics are responsible for the properties of high polarity, heat-storing ability, high heat of vaporization, low density of ice, and cohesion.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Autophagy is a process whereby the cell removes worn out cellular components.

a. true b. false

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Which of the following are the least mobile protists?

a. heterokonts b. diatoms c. euglenoids d. apicomplexans

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"Blood is thicker than water" is a true statement since blood contains many components that are more dense than water.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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