Question

Large bodies of water, such as lakes and oceans, do not quickly fluctuate in temperature. What is the reason for this phenomenon? A. Water is an acid B. Water is a universal solvent C. Water acts as a buffer D. Water has a high heat capacity

Answer 1

D. Water has a high heat capacity

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Answer 2

The temperature difference and the amount of heat are in direct relationship. Another factor that may affect them is their heat capacity which is constant at a specific range of temperature. For salt water the value is approximately equal to 1 cal/g°C which is quite high compared to other substances. Thus, the answer to the question above is letter D.