Which of the following about water is NOT true?

A. Water is incompressible, so it functions well as a lubricant.
B. Water in the body helps resist body temperature change.
C. Each water molecule forms a maximum of 2 hydrogen bonds.
D. Water is formed in the body when protein, carbohydrate, and fat are oxidized.


Answer: C

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