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A liquid, solid, or gas that dissolves another solid, liquid, or gaseous solute, resulting in a solution that is soluble in a certain volume of solvent at a specified temperature.
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Why is water "the universal" solvent?
Toxicity
Unlike some other common solvents, water is not toxic[citation needed], and is not a bio- or eco-hazard. … Purity and stability
Water is everywhere[citation needed], giving it another unique property: Unlike many other solvents, water won't absorb atmospheric water vapour, decreasing its purity as a matter …
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