Science Common Sense

171 - Why is water called a universal solvent?

Water is called a 'universal solvent' because it can dissolve many different types of things, like salts, sugars, and even gases. This means that when you put something into water, it can break down into tiny pieces and mix with the water, which makes it look like it's disappearing. This special power helps our bodies and plants use water to work properly, and it also makes water very good at cleaning things.