Land heats and cools more rapidly than the ocean because of its
A)lower specific heat when compared to the ocean.
B)ability for land to retain heat better than the ocean.
C)strong mixing through soil horizons on land.
D)great potential for latent heat on land through evaporation.

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Land has a lower specific heat compared to the ocean, which means it requires less heat to raise its temperature and loses heat faster when cooled. In contrast, the ocean has a higher specific heat, so it takes longer to heat up and release heat slowly, resulting in a more stable temperature over time.

Land Heats and Cools More Rapidly Than the Ocean Because