Several emergent properties of water contribute to the suitability of the environment for life. How does the ability of water to function as a versatile solvent arise from the structure of water molecule Select all that apply. Water molecules form hydrogen bonds with atoms that are part of polar covalent bonds in other molecules. Water's versatility as a solvent arises from the polar covalent bonds of water molecules. The partially charged regions of water molecules are attracted to oppositely charged ions. The partial positive regions of water molecules are attracted to negatively charged ions, forming oxygen shells around ions that separate them from each other and dissolve them. Hydrogen has higher electronegativity, so the shared electrons are attracted more to the oxygen at the apex of this V-shaped molecule. X Incorrect; Try Again; 4 attempts remaining.