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Debate in class—Is water truly the most versatile solvent?
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Key Points
Water dissolves many things, but not everything.
Key Points / Good Practices
- For: water dissolves salt, sugar, and many substances.
- For: it is often called the universal solvent.
- For: it is safe, cheap, and used in medicine and cooking.
- Against: water cannot dissolve oil or wax.
- Against: some substances need other solvents like alcohol.
- Conclude with a balanced view backed by examples.
Water dissolves a huge range of substances but not all, so the debate has two fair sides.
