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This substance makes up the majority of your cells, and is necessary for them to carry out most of their chemical reactions. What is it?

A) Carbon
B) Oxygen
C) Sugar
D) Water

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water is the answer because most chemical reactions happen in water
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Answer: Water

Reason :

  • The water occupies most of the space in the water - it accounts for a total of 70% of the cell volume and hence is most abundant.
  • It is necessary for many chemical reactions in the body as well as for maintaining the correct osmotic pressure in the cell.
  • Water is also a natural solvent and helps to dissolve many nutrients in it as well and carry them from one cell to another through the blood as it is easily diffusible.
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