Explain five functions of water in nutrition.

Explain five functions of water in nutrition.

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(i) Component of body cells and many body fluids e.g. blood

(ii) Used in biochemical reactions in the body e.g. digestion

(iii)Regulates body temperature through sweating and evaporation

(iv)Excretion of metabolic wastes from the body

(v) Formation of products e.g, milk, eggs etc.

(vi) Makes cells turgid to maintain their shape

(vii) Transportation of nutrients.

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Mohaissack answered the question on October 10, 2017 at 11:01

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