biological molecules

carbon

helps in cellular respiration by which the body releases energy stored in glucose

hydrogen

essential in energy production

oxygen

most abundant element in the body

nitrogen

key elements for proteins, nucleic acids, and other organic molecules

phosphorus

important for the bone structure

phosphorus

primary energy molecule in the body

phosphorus

major components of nucleic acid

sulfur

important component of amino acids and proteins

calcium

gives skeletal its rigidity and strength

sulfur

allows cells to use oxygen

calcium

found in bones or teeth

calcium

important for muscle functions

water

dissolves an enormous variety of solutes necessary for living

water

the universal and versatile sovent

water

exhibits unique properties that make it vital for the living

biological solvent

ability to dissolve many substances including essential molecules in the body

high heat capacity

a large amount if heat is needed to increase in temperature, thus, it helps in maintaining a constant body heat