Question

1. water is essential for life. its special properties make water the single most important molecule in plant life. which of the following properties of water enables it to move from the roots to the leaves of plants? a. water expands as it freezes. b. water is an excellent solvent. c. water exhibits cohesive behavior. d. water is able to moderate temperature match each statement to the macromolecule that it describes or that best fills the blank. 13. glycerol and fatty acids are monomers of ___. a. lipids b. proteins c. nucleic acids d. carbohydrates

Explanation:

For the first question, water's cohesive behavior allows water molecules to stick together and form a continuous column, which enables water to move from roots to leaves through the xylem in plants. For the second question, glycerol and fatty - acids are the building blocks (monomers) of lipids.

Answer:

1. c. Water exhibits cohesive behavior.
2. a. Lipids