D) An iceberg due to its mass
The thermal energy of an object is determined by its mass and temperature. In this case, a massive iceberg contains more thermal energy than a cup of coffee, even though the coffee may be hotter. The large mass of the iceberg outweighs the higher temperature of the coffee.
What has more thermal energy, a Massive iceberg or a Cup of coffee?
A) An iceberg because it is colder
B) A cup of coffee due to its mass
C) A cup of coffee because it is hotter
D) An iceberg due to its mass
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