Describe why water is important to animals and plants
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Plants
Plants need water, just like all living things, to grow and stay alive. They use water directly when they capture the light energy of the sun and transform it into energy. Plants are the foundation of all food chains so animals and humans rely heavily on plants for their survival. The water cycle is also reliant on plants filtering the water and releasing it back into the atmosphere.
Animals
Animals need fresh water for their bodies to function. They gain water not only through the action of drinking but also from the food they eat. Water is vital for bodily functions such as regulation of temperature, nutrient uptake, removing wastes, body weight, and health. Losing one tenth of the body’s water can results in death as the body will shut down.