Question

Why water is called an universal solvent?

• A. Because plants use water for taking minerals from the soil
• B. Water can dissolve a wide variety of substances
• C. Water is clear and transparent
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B Water can dissolve a wide variety of substances

Water can dissolve a wide variety of substances that is why water is known as a universal solvent. Plant use this property of water for taking minerals from the soil.