1. Water (H₂O): The most common solvent, especially for polar substances.

2. Ethanol (C₂H₅OH): A common solvent used in many industrial processes and in alcoholic beverages.

3. Acetone (CH₃COCH₃): A versatile solvent used in nail polish remover, paint thinner, and many industrial processes.

4. Hexane (C₆H₁₄): A non-polar solvent often used in extracting oils and fats.

5. Toluene (C₇H₈): A solvent commonly found in paints, adhesives, and rubber cements.