In terms of the molecular properties of water why is the tem

In terms of the molecular properties of water, why is the temperature in San Francisco in the summer cooler then in Kansas City?

Select one:

There is a greater rate of transpiration from plants in San Franciso, the air feels colder.

The elevation of San Fransico is higher then Kansas City.

Kansas City has more thermal hot springs which elevate the temperature.

The Pacific Ocean is near San Francisco, the high heat capacity of water absorbs large amounts of heat.

The humidity in Kansas City is higher, water in the air absorbs heat which makes people feel more hot.

Legend Comparison of Average High for Kansas City, Mo San Francisco, CA Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep oct Nov Dec 38 C 32 32 27 24 21 18 16 4 C

Solution

d). The Pacific Ocean is near San Francisco, the high heat capacity of water absorbs large amounts of heat.

The high heat capacity of water is the basis for the maintenance of our body temperature. It can readily absorb heat and conserve it. Similarly, the high heat capacity of water makes it to absorb more heat, so it does not raise the temperature in San Francisco.