Why Does the Ocean Not Boil or Freeze Solid in Different

question 46

Multiple Choice

Why does the ocean not boil or freeze solid in different regions of the world?

• A) The latent heat of fusion and vaporization balance the heat energy inputs and outputs.
• B) Heat is able to be transferred to water vapor.
• C) Heat is transported by oceanic and atmospheric circulation.
• D) The thermal inertia of water is low in certain regions.

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Definitions:

Bradycardia

A slow heart rate; usually less than 60 beats per minute.

Hypotension

Low blood pressure.

Tachycardia

Rapid heart rate, generally in excess of 100 beats per minute.

Celsius

A scale of temperature on which water freezes at 0 degrees and boils at 100 degrees under standard conditions.