Answer:
Universal solvent
Step-by-step explanation:
The question is asking what the property of ("Dissolving gases nutrients, and minerals") does.
Specific Heat refers to how much heat can be absorbed by solvent(water)
Surface Tension refers to how water has forces of cohesion(bond to each other) to create strong holding force on surfaces.
In this question Universal solvent would be the answer as water has unique property to dissolve many polar substances.