universal solvent

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hypothetical universal solvent once sought by alchemists

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A universal solvent is a substance that has the ability to dissolve most chemicals or substances without changing its own physical and chemical properties. Water is often referred to as a universal solvent because it can dissolve a wide variety of substances due to its polar nature. However, no known solvent can dissolve every substance.