WONDER #1805: Why Does Water Take So Long To Warm Up?

Question 1 of 3

Which of the following is one of the most important sources of heat energy that drives the weather?

1. oceans
2. land
3. clouds
4. trees

Question 2 of 3

Compared to the air, water tends to conduct heat more what?

1. quickly
2. rapidly
3. slowly
4. artificially

Question 3 of 3

Even though water tends to conduct heat slowly, it’s very good at doing what with the heat it conducts?

1. losing
2. melting
3. cooling
4. storing

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