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Why is water called universal solvent?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Solvent**: - A solvent is a substance that dissolves other substances. In a solution, the solvent is usually present in a larger amount compared to the solute (the substance being dissolved). 2. **Definition of Universal Solvent**: - A universal solvent is a substance that can dissolve a wide variety of chemicals. This means it can dissolve more substances than any other solvent. ...
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