Stored potatoes,beets,and rutabagas in a well-insulated but unheated room can be protected from freezing by having in the room
A)large blocks of foam plastic.
B)large tubs of water.
C)large rocks.
D)large blocks of salt.
E)large cubes of sugar.

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Large tubs of water have a high specific heat capacity, meaning they can absorb and retain heat without changing temperature quickly. This makes them a good insulator and can help regulate the temperature in the room, preventing the stored vegetables from freezing. Foam plastic or rocks do not have the same insulating properties as water and salt or sugar cubes would not have any insulating properties at all.

Stored Potatoes,beets,and Rutabagas in a Well-Insulated but Unheated Room Can