Water Absorbs and Releases Large Amount of Energy Before Changing

question 36

Multiple Choice

Water absorbs and releases large amount of energy before changing temperature, a characteristic known as ________.

• A) cushioning
• B) buffering
• C) chemical reactivity
• D) high heat capacity
• E) polarity

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Definitions:

Group

A collection of individuals who interact with each other, share similar characteristics, and collectively have a sense of unity or identity.

Heritability Ratio

A statistical estimate of the proportion of observed variation in a particular trait that can be attributed to inherited genetic factors in a population.

Genetic Variation

The diversity in gene frequencies within a population, resulting from mutations, genetic recombination, and other processes.

Phenotypic Variance

The variation in observable traits or characteristics within a population, attributable to both genetic and environmental factors.