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Solvent types are broadly categorized based on their chemical properties and how they interact with solutes. Polar solvents have a partial positive charge on one side and a partial negative charge on the other, enabling them to dissolve polar and ionic compounds. Water is a common example of a polar solvent. Nonpolar solvents, on the other hand, have an even distribution of electron density, making them suitable for dissolving nonpolar substances like oils and fats. Hexane and carbon tetrachloride are typical nonpolar solvents. A third category, protic solvents, are polar solvents that contain a hydrogen atom bonded to a highly electronegative atom, such as oxygen or nitrogen. These solvents can donate a proton. Ethanol and acetic acid are protic solvents. Aprotic solvents are polar solvents that lack a hydrogen atom that can be easily donated. They still have a dipole moment but cannot act as hydrogen bond donors. Examples include acetone and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO). The choice of solvent is crucial in chemical reactions and purification processes, as it directly impacts solubility, reaction rates, and separation efficiency. Understanding these classifications helps chemists select the appropriate solvent for a given task.