NTA Abhyas NEET2020ChemistryBiomoleculesPractice
Water constitutes _____ % of the total cellular mass.
Options
- A10
- B30
- C50
- D90
Correct answer
D. 90
Step-by-step solution
Water is the most important constituent of all living cells. All metabolic reactions occur in water, and hydration of cell is necessary for the functioning of all enzymes. All metabolic activity ceases when the water content of cell decreases below 50%.