Question

1. which property of water allows it to easily transport gases and electrolytes through the human body? its low molecular weight makes it easy to move throughout the body. its high polarity allows it to easily dissolve lots of different substances. its high specific heat allows it to maintain temperature unless high heat is added. its chemical stability makes it an excellent energy source.

Explanation:

To determine the property of water that allows it to transport gases and electrolytes, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Low molecular weight relates to movement but not dissolving substances for transport.
• Option 2: Water's high polarity makes it a universal solvent, dissolving many substances (including gases and electrolytes) to facilitate transport.
• Option 3: High specific heat is about temperature regulation, not transport.
• Option 4: Water is not an energy source; its stability doesn't relate to transport here.

Answer:

The correct option is: Its high polarity allows it to easily dissolve lots of different substances.