Why does water dissolve ionic compounds and solar compounds?

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Dan Healy · Answer 1 · 2022-01-18T04:10:38+0000

Water's relatively small size allows it to fit between individual atoms, driving them apart. Water's hydrophobic nature separates polar and non-polar substances. Water's polarity allows it to dissolve ionic and polar compounds.

Why does water dissolve ionic compounds and solar compounds?

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