BIOSC 2130

1: Lifestyle, Transport, Genes & Unit 1: Lifestyle, Transport, Genes & Health Topic 1: Lifestyle, health & Risk 1.1.2 Water molecules are polar H = Positively charged (δ+) O = Negatively charged (δ-) This allows them to form Hydrogen Bonds with other water molecules. This gives water some useful properties; Property Explanation Less dense as a solid Arctic ecosystems float, ice insulates water beneath it etc High SHC Cells do not heat up or cool down easily, therefore can hold ...