If the Specific Heat of Water Were Lower Than It

question 48

Multiple Choice

If the specific heat of water were lower than it is, ponds in the cold of winter would be

• A) less likely to freeze.
• B) more likely to freeze.
• C) neither more nor less likely to freeze.

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