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Which of the following descriptions best states how oceans and land absorb the sun's energy differently?

A. Land retains absorbed heat longer than oceans do.
B. Land absorbs the sun's energy slowly, while oceans absorb it more quickly.
C. Land only absorbs radiation that is not harmful to humans.
D. Land reflects more of the sun's energy, while oceans absorb it slowly and retain it longer.



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Oceans and land absorb the sun's energy differently due to their specific heat capacities.


Explanation:

Oceans and land absorb the sun's energy differently due to their specific heat capacities. Water has a high specific heat capacity, meaning it can absorb and release heat without a significant change in temperature. This is why water heats up and cools down more slowly than land, which has a lower specific heat capacity.


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