Which of the following is a universal solvent?

H2O

H2O2

C2H5OH

HCl

H₂O

Explanation:

H₂O is the chemical formula of water.

Water is regarded as a "universal solvent". The reason behind this is the property of the water. Water is a solvent that can dissolve a variety of substances in itself. Any other liquid cannot dissolve the number of substances that the solvent water can. The reason behind being the universal solvent is the chemical composition and physical characteristics of water.