2007-01-07 01:30:00 · 4 answers · asked by dainty 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry
No, the title of universal solvent has been conferred on water because it can dissolve many substances due to its high dielectric constant and polar natue. Water itself cannot dissolve everything.
Pure alcohol, free of water can not dissolve ionic solids. That cuts out a large part of materials. Although it can dissolve organic compounds, water can at least force organic molecules into the colloidal state.
2007-01-07 01:38:20 · answer #1 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It turns out plain old water, yes H2O is the best solvent opn earth. Simple yet elegant.
2007-01-07 01:36:55 · answer #2 · answered by Bullwinkle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There can be no universal solvent.
What would you keep it in?
2007-01-07 09:28:03 · answer #3 · answered by Ed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not all but is very good for inks ,and many other things.
2007-01-07 01:33:21 · answer #4 · answered by JOHNNIE B 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋