Question

question 1-12
the oceans are the earths largest carbon reservoirs. what property of water allows the oceans water to store carbon dioxide?
expansion upon freezing
versatility as a solvent
cohesive behavior
ability to moderate temperature

Explanation:

Water can dissolve many substances due to its polarity, acting as a versatile solvent. Carbon - dioxide can dissolve in water to form carbonic acid and related ions, allowing the oceans to store carbon dioxide. Expansion upon freezing is related to ice - water density differences, cohesive behavior is about water molecule attraction to each other, and the ability to moderate temperature is related to water's high specific heat capacity, none of which directly relate to carbon - dioxide storage.

Answer:

versatility as a solvent