Which qualities of the ocean help it to absorb heat? Select the three correct answers.(2 points)

Question

Responses

a high specific heat capacity compared to land or air
a high specific heat capacity compared to land or air

proximity to land
proximity to land

transparency to electromagnetic radiation
transparency to electromagnetic radiation

large surface area
large surface area

Water can be a solid, liquid, or gas at Earth's surface.
Water can be a solid, liquid, or gas at Earth's surface.

a low evaporation point

Answer 1

The three qualities of the ocean that help it absorb heat are:

1. a high specific heat capacity compared to land or air
2. transparency to electromagnetic radiation
3. large surface area

These factors contribute to the ocean's ability to store and distribute heat effectively.