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A) The latent heat of fusion and vaporization balance the heat energy inputs and outputs.
B) Heat is able to be transferred to water vapor.
C) Heat is transported by oceanic and atmospheric circulation.
D) The thermal inertia of water is low in certain regions.


C

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