Question

Why does the ocean not become excessively hot on sunny days?
Group of answer choices

its deep blue color absorbing all heat

its high specific heat capacity

the constant movement of ocean currents

its low specific heat capacity

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Question 21 pts
In what way does water act as an "energy messenger" within the Earth's climate system?
Group of answer choices

reflecting sunlight directly back into the atmosphere

converting all absorbed energy into light

carrying heat energy from one place to another

only absorbing heat and never releasing it

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Question 31 pts
How does water contribute to creating habitats in aquatic environments?
Group of answer choices

transmitting sunlight, enabling photosynthesis

freezing at the bottom of oceans

reflecting sunlight away from aquatic plants

making the water too acidic for most life forms

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Question 41 pts
What covers about 71 percent of the Earth's surface?
Group of answer choices

oceans

forests

mountains

deserts

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Question 51 pts
Which of the following is not a primary source of fresh water?
Group of answer choices

rivers

ice caps

underground aquifers

saline lakes

Answer 1

1. its high specific heat capacity

2. carrying heat energy from one place to another

3. transmitting sunlight, enabling photosynthesis

4. oceans

5. saline lakes