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Why don't scientists use water as a solvent when carry out tests?
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∙ 6y ago
Of course they use water. In specific instances, they may use other solvents. It all depends what they want to dissolve.
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Why do scientists not use water as a solvent?
Because .
Why do scientist not use water as a solvent for paint?
Scientists can use water as a solvent for paint, but only if the pigments of the pain are water soluble. If the pigments are not water soluble, then some other solvent must be used, for example oils. This is the difference between watercolor paintings and oil paintings.
What is a water solvent?
Water is the Universal solvent
What is solvent of sea water?
Solvent is water.
What is the solvent in soap solution?
When soap is added to water, water is the solvent
Why do scientists not use water as a solvent?
Because .
Why do scientist not use water as a solvent for paint?
Scientists can use water as a solvent for paint, but only if the pigments of the pain are water soluble. If the pigments are not water soluble, then some other solvent must be used, for example oils. This is the difference between watercolor paintings and oil paintings.
Describe one way the human body uses water as a solvent?
Water as a solvent is used in the stomach to aid digestion of food. It dilutes the hydrochloric acid secreted in the stomach in the normal digestion process. Too much acid and one suffers from acidosis/heartburn/reflux. Water as a dilutant limits this discomfort.
What is a water solvent?
Water is the Universal solvent
What is solvent of sea water?
Solvent is water.
What is the solvent in soap solution?
When soap is added to water, water is the solvent
What is the solvent in mineral water?
The solvent is the pure water.
What is the solvent in a surgur water solution?
The solvent is the water
What is the solvent in a salt solution like brine?
Salt and sugar aer the solute(s), and water is the solvent.
What is the name of the solvent in sea water?
The solvent in sea water is water.
What is the solvent in ocean water?
Water itself. Water is the universal solvent.
What part of air is the solvent and why?
Water vapor would be the solvent. Water alone is a good solvent.
