Question

question #17
true or false: large bodies of water slowly absorb thermal energy in the summer and release that energy in the winter, which makes the surrounding climate mild.
a true
b false

Explanation:

Water has a high specific heat capacity. In summer, it absorbs thermal energy slowly (as it needs more energy to increase its temperature). In winter, it releases that stored energy slowly (as it needs to lose more energy to decrease its temperature). This moderates the surrounding climate, making it milder compared to areas without large water bodies.

Answer:

A. true