Question

question 1 - 5. water in the blood helps carry nutrients and gases required for survival throughout the body. which characteristic of water allows for this role? water has a neutral ph. water maintains temperature. water expands when it freezes. water dissolves many compounds.

Explanation:

Water is a universal solvent, allowing it to dissolve many substances like nutrients and gases. This property enables it to carry these essential components in the blood throughout the body for survival. The other properties listed (expansion on freezing, temperature - moderation, neutral pH) are important but not directly related to the transport function of blood.

Answer:

Water dissolves many compounds.