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Describe the unique role of water in chemical and biological systems.
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Describe the unique role of water in chemical and biological systems.

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Of the important biological molecules only the non-polar lipids (fats and oils) and large polymers (e.g. polysaccharides, large proteins and DNA) do not dissolve. The water acts as a solvent for chemical reactions and also helps transport dissolved
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