Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Properties of Water- Thermal

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Properties of Water- Thermal

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is due to the high specific heat of water?

Oil does not mix with water.

A lake heats up more slowly than the surrounding environment.

The high surface tension of water.

Sugar dissolves in hot tea faster than in iced tea.

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Understand the concept of specific heat: Specific heat is the amount of heat required to change the temperature of a substance by a certain amount. Water has a high specific heat, meaning it can absorb a lot of heat without a significant change in temperature.

Consider the implications of high specific heat: Because water can absorb a lot of heat without changing temperature quickly, environments with large bodies of water, like lakes, tend to heat up and cool down more slowly compared to their surroundings.

Analyze the options given: The option 'A lake heats up more slowly than the surrounding environment' directly relates to the high specific heat of water, as it explains how water's ability to absorb heat affects temperature changes in natural settings.

Evaluate other options: The other options, such as oil not mixing with water, high surface tension, and sugar dissolving faster in hot tea, are related to different properties of water, such as polarity, cohesion, and solubility, rather than specific heat.

Conclude the reasoning: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is the option that describes the effect of water's high specific heat on environmental temperature changes, which is 'A lake heats up more slowly than the surrounding environment.'