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Why can water be used in the cooling system of a car?

Why can water be used in the cooling system of a car?
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Why can water be used in the cooling system of a car?

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Water is used as a coolant in automobiles radiators because it has high specific heat capacity. So, it absorbs a large amount of heat for a degree rise in temperature.
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