How do cells maintain homeostasis?

if cells contain mostly water, then what if cells contained mostly oil, how would an organism's ability to maintain homeostasis be affected?

  • Answer:

    The cells ability to maintain a constant environment (homeostasis) would be greatly disrupted. One of the primary qualities that makes water so well suited for cellular life is its ability to dissolve certain chemicals which oils cannot.

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