1. Why does the presence of large bodies of water tend to moderate the climate of nearby land—to make it warmer in cold weather and cooler in warm weather? 2. Wrap a piece of paper around a thick...

1. Why does the presence of large bodies of water tend to moderate the climate of nearby land—to make it warmer in cold weather and cooler in warm weather?

2. Wrap a piece of paper around a thick metal bar and place it in a flame. Note that the paper will not catch fire. Can you figure out why? (Paper will generally not ignite until its temperature reaches 233°C.)