Multiple choice

80 per cent of a cell is constituted by

  1. minerals

  2. water

  3. proteins

  4. carbohydrates

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Water is the primary component of all living cells, typically accounting for 70% to 90% of their total mass. It serves as a universal solvent for biochemical reactions and provides structural turgidity to the cell.