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Cells need water to dissolve many of the chemical components of the cell. They need to have a precise range of concentration in order to function properly. They also need water in chemical reactions called hydrolysis reactions. In these reactions, chemical compounds are broken down by the addition of water.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 12y agoThey use water to dissolve and dissolving is a big part of the cell because chemical reaction takes place inside of water.
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Needed by all plants to carry nutrients to cells and wastes away from cells?
water
Cells get most of their water by?
The cell gets most of the water by the vacuole which stores the water and gives it to the cell when needed
What is water needed for in your bodies?
Water is mainly needed for your cells and cells need water because: - (Intake of) water maintains the osmotic pressure inside a cell. - Water is used to dissolve most chemicals the cell needs to function (no fatty acids) - Water is used in transportation of food and waste.
Why are cutin stomata and guard cells absent in elodea?
Cutin, stomata and guard cells are used for water loss prevention. These are not needed because Elodea is a water plant.
What is needed in cell respiration?
The mitochondria allows cells to perform cellular respiration.
Are carbohydrates needed to make new body cells?
Yes. But protein and water is more necessary.
What is needed for cellular respiration to occur in cells reactants?
Water,optimum temperature,oxygen,certain ions and enzymes are needed for cellular respiration.
Which organelle may store water needed chemicals wastes and pigments in plant cells?
Central Vacuole
Why is it impossible for the water conducting cells of xylem to carry on active transport?
The cells of the xylem that conduct water are not alive.
What two substances are needed for respiration to take place?
The oxygen in the uvula first combines with the red blood cells and the co2 combines with the whit blood cells
What vitamin is needed for respiration in cells?
Vitamin C is needed for respiration in cells.
Describe one way the human body uses water as a solvent?
Water as a solvent is used in the stomach to aid digestion of food. It dilutes the hydrochloric acid secreted in the stomach in the normal digestion process. Too much acid and one suffers from acidosis/heartburn/reflux. Water as a dilutant limits this discomfort.
