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The polar nature of water means that it’s a good solvent for many substances like ionic compounds and other polar molecules such as sugars and amino acids. Water is colorless and light can penetrate through it Aquatic plants can still photosynthesize in deeper water Adhesion and cohesion Water can climb high in xylem, adhesion allows a chain of water to climb through the plant Thermal properties: high specific heat T Can absorb a lot of heat with little raise in temp.. allows organisms to maintain stable internal temperature The solvent property allows glucose to be transported around the body Thermal properties: high specific heat Water absorbs a lot of heat energy before it evaporates, allowing sweating to regulate body temps. Ice is less dense than water Insulates aquatic environments during the winter allowing lakes and ponds to remain at liquid temps providing habitat to aquatic life.