NEETChemistryHydrogen
Why does water have a higher specific heat compared to other liquids?
Options
- ADue to its low density
- BDue to the absence of hydrogen bonding
- CDue to the presence of extensive hydrogen bonding
- DDue to its colorless and tasteless nature
Correct answer
C. Due to the presence of extensive hydrogen bonding
Step-by-step solution
Water has a higher specific heat compared to other liquids because of the presence of extensive hydrogen bonding between its molecules.