RiP ark ato) Water is often called the "universal solvent" because many substances can be dissolved in water. What property of water allows it to be such a versatile solvent? (2 points) The positive and negative charges on water molecules form strong attractions toward ions and other charged particles. The neutral pH of pure water means there are no other molecules to interfere with the dissolving process. The high specific heat capacity of water allows it to absorb large amounts of solutes with very little energy needed. The low density of liquid water means there is room for solutes to fit in between the water molecules. () 5. (01.04 Mc) Water at about 4C (39F) is more dense than water at 0C (32F). Why would the living organisms in the lake die if the water at the freezing point was denser than the water at 4C? (2 points) The water would freeze across the surface of the lake, blocking sunlight necessary for photosynthesis. The water would freeze across the surface of the lake, blocking the dissolving of oxygen and nutrients. The freezing water would sink before it could freeze, preventing the lake water from freezing. The freezing water would sink to the bottom and freeze the lake water from the bottom up