The Oceans Are Thought to Regulate Temperatures of the Whole

question 56

Essay

The oceans are thought to regulate temperatures of the whole planet. Explain this process in terms of the heat capacity of water.

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Definitions:

Brachiocephalic Vein

A large vein in the upper chest that forms from the union of the internal jugular and subclavian veins and carries blood to the heart.

Internal Jugular

A major vein located in the neck, it collects blood from the brain, the superficial parts of the face, and the neck, and conveys it toward the heart.

Subclavian Veins

Large veins on either side of the body that receive blood from the arm and chest wall, transporting it back to the heart.

Embolism

Obstruction or occlusion of a vessel by a transported clot, a mass of bacteria, or other foreign material.