An air temperature of 21°C feels quite comfortable. If you were in 21°C water, it would feel cold. Explain why.

What will be an ideal response?


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Fill in the blanks with correct word

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a - bottom b - outside c - walls d - microscopic openings e - top

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A) They wanted to get away from the corrupting influence of big cities. B) They were persecuted for their unusual religious beliefs. C) Joseph Smith's prophecy told them of a "New Zion" in Utah. D) The Mormons wanted to claim the prime agricultural land and the abundant resources of the Great Salt Lake before other groups.

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