Question

The main reason why water is often referred to as a 'universal solvent' is because:

Water has an exceptionally high specific heat value in its solid, liquid and gaseous states and resists temperature changes.
Water can form strong hydrogen bonds with polar and some nonpolar molecules.
Water is the most common liquid on Earth.
Water can easily be converted between solid, liquid and gas phases.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

it is the strong hydrogen bonding between molecules. A is the answer