Why Water Is Essential for Life

Investigate why water is so singularly suited to life. Composed of two hydrogen atoms for each oxygen atom, water molecules have a polar charge due to the uneven arrangement of shared electrons. See how this simple feature allows water to dissolve sugars and salts, while leaving oils and fats untouched. Also learn what makes water solutions acidic or basic, and how this property is measured on the pH scale.

English
  • Originally Aired September 12, 2019
  • Runtime 31 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created September 21, 2021 by
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