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Water is commonly regarded as the 'solvent of life,' since our bodies are 70% water. All other vertebrates, invertebrates, microbes, and plants are also primarily water. The organization of water within biological compartments is fundamental to life, and the aquaporins serve as the plumbing systems for cells.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Water is essential for life and is a key component of all living organisms.
This quote emphasizes the vital role water plays in sustaining life across all forms of organisms, including humans, animals, and plants. Peter Agre highlights that since our bodies consist of a significant percentage of water, it serves as a critical solvent for biological processes, and structures like aquaporins facilitate water's movement within cells, indicating its fundamental importance in biology.
Themes
WaterLifeBiologyAquaporinsOrganisms
In practice
Example use cases
In a science class discussing the importance of water for ecosystems.
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