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Question
What will absorb heat?
Soil
Options
Will absorb heat
Will not absorb heat
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Solution
Will not absorb heat
Explanation:
Clay is a good heat absorber. It absorbs heat slowly and releases it slowly. This is why mud houses remain cool in summer and warm in winter. Clay pots are also helpful in keeping water cool as they absorb heat and release it slowly.
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