Question

why do bodies of water tend to moderate temperature swings from day to day?
a. the presence of water disrupts the milankovitch cycle.
b. bodies of water deflect prevailing winds.
c. water has a high heat capacity.
d. bodies of water reduce insolation.

Explanation:

The high heat capacity of water means it can absorb or release a large amount of heat with only a small change in temperature. This property allows bodies of water to moderate temperature swings. The Milankovitch cycle is related to long - term climate changes (not daily temperature swings). Bodies of water do not mainly deflect prevailing winds to moderate temperature. And while water can reflect some insolation, its high heat capacity is the key factor for moderating daily temperature changes.

Answer:

C. Water has a high heat capacity.