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The high heat capacity of water causes what effect
when combined with ocean circulation?

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It causes Increased elevation of warm tropical waters, driving surface currents. Tropical ocean water receive the most direct sunlight, which causes it to warm, expand, and rise. As a result, tropical water sits slightly higher than mid-latitude water, which causes surface water to flow away from the equator.
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Answer:The oceans absorb much of the solar energy that reaches earth, and thanks to the high heat capacity of water, the oceans can slowly release heat over many months or years.k

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