Discussion 5 - Water

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  • Points 5
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Optional Discussion: How do you know something is alive? 

Possible +5 Points will go towards Exam 1 (Final)

Answer the questions in your own words!

Hinds Science Standard: Students will develop an understanding of the structure, function, behavior, development, life cycles, and diversity of living organisms.

 

The word biology literally translates as "the study of life". So...what does it mean for something to be alive?

Do you know that life began in water, and water is the single most important molecule on Earth?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Each question is worth +1 point. Answer ALL 5 questions:

Remember answer in your own words.

  1. Explain how the structure of a water molecule gives it unique properties.
  2. Describe how the properties of water make it an important molecule for life.
  3. Describe the general structure of a water molecule.
  4. List the properties of water that are important to life.
  5. Understand the importance of hydrogen bonds to the properties of water.

 

 

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