Water has a high specific heat. What effect does this have on aquatic ecosystems?

a. they all have the same thermal stratifications
b. they can easily become too warm
c. they have the same temperature
d. they can adsorb a lot of energy while keeping a stable temperature

The specific heat is defined as the amount of heat that is needed to elevate the temperature by 1°C. The specific heat of water is high and it played a very important role in maintaining aquatic life. Because of the high specific heat, they are able to absorb a large amount of heat without raising the temperature of water.

During the absorption of heat, the hydrogen bond is broken down and water molecules are able to move freely.

Hence, the correct answer would be option D.

Water has a high specific heat. What effect does this have on aquatic ecosystems? a. they all have the same thermal stratifications b. they can easily become too warm c. they have the same temperature d. they can adsorb a lot of energy while keeping a stable temperature

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Water has a high specific heat. What effect does this have on aquatic ecosystems?

a. they all have the same thermal stratifications
b. they can easily become too warm
c. they have the same temperature
d. they can adsorb a lot of energy while keeping a stable temperature