Question

Why does the ocean heat and cool more slowly than the atmosphere?

Answer 1

Water is a slow conductor of heat, thus it needs to gain more energy than the sand or dry land in order for its temperature to increase. On the other hand, soil loses its heat much faster. ... Not only do the oceans cover more than 2/3 of the Earth's surface, they also absorb more sunlight and store more heat.

Answer 2

its because the ocean has a higher heat capacity.

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