The correct answer is:
c. Water has a high heat capacity.
Water's high heat capacity means it can absorb a lot of heat before it begins to change temperature significantly, which explains why it takes longer to reach its boiling point.
Milo is boiling water, but it is taking a long time for the water to reach its boiling point. Which of the following BEST describes why?
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a. Water takes little energy to heat.
b. Water has low thermal conductivity.
c. Water has a high heat capacity.
d. Water is the universal solvent.
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