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Water is explicitly identified as a solvent in the human body [1] and is compared to other potential solvents like methane [2], with its superior solvent properties facilitating essential cellular transport [3].

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Hypothetical types of biochemistry - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org Wikipedia 2 facts

claimWater acts as a stronger solvent than hydrocarbons, which facilitates the transport of substances within a cell.

claimScientists debate the effectiveness of methane and other hydrocarbons as a solvent for life compared to water or ammonia.

Human body | Organs, Systems, Structure, Diagram, & Facts britannica.com Britannica 1 fact

claimWater serves as a solvent in the human body, enabling the chemical reactions necessary for life.