What are 6 properties of water important to life?
-Cohesion between molecules: surface tension
-Good metabolite: very reactive e.g. condensation reactions, hydrolysis
-High specific heat capacity: buffer temperature changes, creates a thermostable environment for aquatic organisms
-High latent heat of vaporisation: creates a cooling effect
-Good solvent: good transport medium
-Ice is less dense than water: provides insulation for aquatic organisms
