Question

Water is called the “universal solvent.” Which statement best explains this description with respect to ionic compounds?
A. Water can dissociate all ionic compounds through ion-dipole interactions.
B. Water can hydrate many ionic compounds through hydrogen-bonding interactions.
C. Water can dissociate many ionic compounds through ion-dipole interactions.
D. Water can hydrate many ionic compounds through dipole-dipole interactions.

Answer 1

i think it is c for the answer

Answer 2

Answer:

C: Water can dissociate many ionic compounds through ion-dipole interactions.

Explanation:

the question asks why water if the universal SOLVENT meaning that it is asking for why water is one of the best dissolvers. The first one is incorrect because water cannot dissociate ALL ionic compounds, only the majority. B and D are also wrong because they have to do with hydrating and not dissociating the solute molecules.