Water requires a large amount of energy to raise its temperature by just 1 degree Celsius. This property is known as:
Q1. Water requires a large amount of energy to raise its temperature by just 1 degree Celsius. This property is known as:
Answer: Specific heat capacity
Explanation: The specific heat of water is 1.0, which is significantly higher than most substances, allowing it to act as a temperature buffer. Heat of vaporization is a different property.