2006-12-10 21:05:03 · 15 answers · asked by ami 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
no. water is nothing more than a single oxygen atom bonded to 2 hydrogen atoms. 'Life' as we see it is organisms about the size of a bacteria or bigger. these organisms consist of literally millions to billions to numbers beyond human comprehension of atoms. water is no more alive than steel, plastic, or soap.
2006-12-10 21:15:42 · answer #1 · answered by Kardane 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No.
Although its obviously a lifeless liquid I should point out that as its such a simple molecule H2O it doesnt even have a carbon atom upon which all organic chemicals need by definition. Also the hybridisation structure of the chemical bonds is a very efficient one, its like water has been burnt and doesnt have much energy to make new bonds.
I'd be interested why you asked the question. Did you watch the Abyss, or have you heard about the 'memory' of water or something to do with homeopathy.
Simple answer is no. Its not alive in any sense of the word. Its just a collection of simple molecules.
Ps. To those who need to delude themselves so much that they say everything in the universe is alive - then I ask in what sense are humans more alive than say, a rock. The statement is meaningless. I could say everything is energy - there's more truth in that but on its own it still says absolutely nothing. To those who say everything is alive, I say everything is dead!
2006-12-10 21:32:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the main factors that demonstrates 'life' is the ability to propagate and evolve, which water fails to show. Yes, at a sub-molecular level, water seems to demonstrate movement, reaction and changes in state, but not a reproduction of itself.
However, we are told that a solution in water of the essential constituents of a living being eg. amino acids, proteins, carbons, hydrogen and oxygen under certain conditions can, in time, produce life.
This theory about water was questioned by King Canute, who ordered the sea to retreat, but to no avail. Perhaps he didn't use the 'please' word. However, through Gods intervention, Moses was successful at the Red Sea!
Perhaps water is alive if it's in the mood to be!
One thing we do know is that water and mixed fruit makes great drinks in Summer!
2006-12-10 21:54:27 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. Water consists of Hydrogen and Oxygen, to elements that are not alive.
But water can be home to small organisms such as bacteria, virusses, bugs, algae and so on. Sometimes water is so contaminated that it seems alive.
2006-12-10 21:19:21 · answer #4 · answered by MM 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Basic Year 7 biology:
There are 7 characteristics of all living things, represented by MRS GREN:
Movement
Respiration
Sensitivity
Growth
Reproduction
Excretion and
Nutrition.
If it doesn't do any one or more of these, it's not alive. Water is definitely not alive.
Old joke: Why did Mrs Gren leave Mr Gren? Because he lacked sensitivity!
2006-12-11 03:07:01 · answer #5 · answered by cstspeedy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Organisms can live in water, but the water itself is definitely not alive.
2006-12-10 21:07:22 · answer #6 · answered by David M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Water is Selfless, just like the rest of us. The entire Universe, and everything in it, is alive.
2006-12-10 21:13:00 · answer #7 · answered by los 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It shares some similar characteristics of living organisms but it is not. It doesn't breath, eat, or have any internal systems. Plus no colective concious
2006-12-10 21:13:37 · answer #8 · answered by Wise Young Sage 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would answer you if you first tell me.....Is Air Alive?
2006-12-10 21:18:56 · answer #9 · answered by Sky Boy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, cell is the basic function unit. water doesnt have cell :D
2006-12-11 01:35:37 · answer #10 · answered by justin go 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋