Question

question 17
1 pts
large bodies of water, such as lakes and oceans, do not quickly fluctuate in temperature. what is the reason for this phenomenon?
water is an acid
water acts as a buffer
water is the universal solvent
water has a high heat capacity

Explanation:

Water's high heat capacity means it can absorb or release a large amount of heat energy without a significant change in temperature. This property helps large - bodies of water like lakes and oceans to resist rapid temperature fluctuations. The other options (water being an acid, a buffer, or the universal solvent) are not related to its temperature - stability property.

Answer:

Water has a high heat capacity