Water is essential for all living organisms. Which of these options make the above statement true?
A
Water is a universal solvent.
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B
Water is required for photosynthesis.
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C
Protoplasm of the cell is nothing but water
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D
Water is the medium through which solutes are transported.
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Solution
The correct options are A Water is a universal solvent. B Water is required for photosynthesis. C Protoplasm of the cell is nothing but water D Water is the medium through which solutes are transported. Water is essential for physiological activities of living organisms. 85−90% of water is present in protoplasm. Inorganic and organic solutes are transported along with water as it can act as a stable buffer to maintain optimum pH for ionic balance in a plant cell.