Question

The Sun is the main source of energy for all the subsystems of Earth. Identify the subsystem that can store the most energy from the Sun due to its high heat capacity.

1) Atmosphere
2) surface land
3) ocean

Answer 1

The answer is; Oceans

Water, especially saline water in the oceans have a high specific heat capacity meaning that the energy required to raise a unit of water to one degree is higher than in most other substances. This is why oceans are significant buffers in global warming phenomenon because they heat up slowly and release heat slowly.

Answer 2

Answer:

Oceans

Explanation:

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