Multiple choice

What property of water gives it the ability to dissolve ionic and polar molecules?

  1. heat capacity

  2. capillary action

  3. cohesiveness

  4. polarity
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Water is a polar molecule, meaning it has a partial positive and partial negative charge, allowing it to attract and dissolve ionic and polar substances.

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