JEE Main Chemistry question

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Water possesses a high dielectric constant, therefore [Jamia Millia Islamia 2006]

(A)It always contains ions
(B)It is universal solventCorrect
(C)Can dissolve covalent compounds
(D)Can conduct electricity

Answer: (B)

Solution

A high dielectric constant means water greatly weakens the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions, allowing it to separate and solvate ionic compounds very effectively; combined with its high liquid range and strong hydrogen-bonding ability, this lets water dissolve an unusually wide variety of ionic

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