Which of the following can be attributed to water's high specific heat?
A) Oil and water do not mix well.
B) A lake heats up more slowly than the air around it.
C) Ice floats on water.
D) Sugar dissolves in hot tea faster than in iced tea.

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Water's high specific heat means it can absorb a lot of heat before it gets hot, explaining why a lake heats up more slowly than the air around it.

Which of the Following Can Be Attributed to Water's High