Part one of term paper
Water is the most important substance on earth. It is the beginning of all life, and sustains life in all organisms. Most organisms are predominately made up of water and they depend on it from their day to day life. Almost every aspect of natural life traces back to water. Needless to say, it is an extremely important substance. Water exists ...

Part two of term paper
... Waters cohesion and adhesion properties allow it to be transported in plants, and its surface tension provides a comfortable habitat for many insects. Water is also one of the best solvents. The specific heat property of water stabilizes temperature in living organisms and its high heat of vaporization regulates earth's climate. One of the most unique things about water is the fact that it expands when it freezes unlike many other liquids. Its thermal and transparent properties protect aquatic ...