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15. Write the name of the liquid which is called as universal solvent. Write reason also.


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  • A liquid that can dissolve other substances is called the solvent.
  • Water is called the "Universal solvent" because it dissolves more substances than any other liquid.
  • Water can dissolve a large number of substances which include solids, liquids, and gases which is why it is a universal solvent.

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