How does the absorption of light provide heat energy in the ocean?

a. The addition of light increases the heat capacity of molecules.
b. When light is absorbed, molecules vibrate and electromagnetic energy is converted to heat.
c. Photosynthetic organisms convert the light to heat energy.
d. Tiny suspended particles absorb heat and transfer it to the ocean.
e. The scattering of light causes heat to build up.


b

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