Water is essential for life on earth. which property of water is the primary reason water is able to transport substances to and from cells in the bodies of animals?
a. water is an excellent solvent.
b. water has cohesive properties.
c. water expands when it freezes.
d. water has a high heat capacity.

Water is essential for life on Earth. A. Water is an excellent solvent. This property is the primary reason why water is able to transport substances to and from cells in the body of animals.

Water is considered a life blood because through water, life supporting substances like minerals and nutrients are distributed throughout the body when water dissolves or emulsifies them.