Question

1. describe two consequences of waters ability to moderate temperature.

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areas near a big body of water have lower temperature fluctuations in the local climate.
areas far from a big body of water have lower temperature fluctuations in the local climate.
aquatic organisms experience a larger range of temperatures throughout the year compared to terrestrial organisms.
aquatic organisms experience a smaller range of temperatures throughout the year compared to terrestrial organisms.

Explanation:

• Areas near a big body of water have lower temperature fluctuations in the local climate: Water has a high specific heat capacity. It can absorb or release a large amount of heat without a significant change in its own temperature. So, in areas near water bodies, the water moderates the temperature, reducing temperature swings.
• Aquatic organisms experience a smaller range of temperatures throughout the year compared to terrestrial organisms: The water they live in acts as a temperature buffer. As water's temperature changes slowly (due to high specific heat), the environment for aquatic organisms is more stable in terms of temperature compared to the more variable terrestrial environments.

Answer:

Areas near a big body of water have lower temperature fluctuations in the local climate. Aquatic organisms experience a smaller range of temperatures throughout the year compared to terrestrial organisms.