Why is water considered to be the best solvent in the world? Explain.

It is considered as a universal solvent since most substances dissolve in water. And comparing it to other liquids, it is the one who dissolves a wide range of substances. Also, it is an important substance for every living thing.

Water is considered as the best solvent because of the properties it has. It can easily bond with hydrogen bonds due to its strong polarity. It can also easily dissolve different solutes that have the same polarity. It has the good adhesion and cohesion. It has a high heat capacity and density, especially on ice.