The specific Heat of Water Is High; What Does This

question 16

Multiple Choice

The specific heat of water is high; what does this mean?

• A) Water has a high density.
• B) Water absorbs a higher percentage of solar energy than land does.
• C) Water must gain or lose large amounts of energy when its temperature changes.
• D) Water will always be warmer than other materials for the same energy gain or loss.

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