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properties of water
which of the following properties of water allows it to dissolve a wide variety of substances, earning it the nickname the universal solvent?
a. polarity
b. neutral ph
c. low specific heat capacity
d. cohesive forces
Brief Explanations
Water is a polar molecule. Its polarity allows it to form electrostatic interactions with a wide - range of substances, enabling it to dissolve them. A neutral pH, low specific heat capacity, and cohesive forces are not the main reasons for its ability to dissolve many substances.
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A. Polarity