Question

water has a high specific heat. this means that it takes a large amount of energy to change the temperature of water. which of the following two scenarios is due to waters high specific heat?
directions: drag 2 correct answers and drop them into the box.
ocean temperatures remain stable so living organisms can survive seasonal changes
substances dissolve in water making it easier for plants to receive nutrients from the soil
humans can maintain a steady body temperature because the water in the body does not change easily
due to high specific heat

Explanation:

• Ocean temperatures remain stable so living organisms can survive seasonal changes: Water's high specific heat means it resists temperature changes. Oceans, which are mostly water, thus have stable temperatures, allowing organisms to survive seasonal shifts.
• Humans can maintain a steady body temperature because the water in the body does not change easily: The human body is about 60 - 70% water. Due to water's high specific heat, it doesn't heat up or cool down easily. This helps the body maintain a relatively constant internal temperature.

Answer:

Ocean temperatures remain stable so living organisms can survive seasonal changes; Humans can maintain a steady body temperature because the water in the body does not change easily.