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Which among the following can be used as a coolant in cars?

A
Kerosene oil
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Alcohol
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Coconut oil
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D
Water
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Solution

The correct option is D Water
The specific heat capacity of a substance is the amount of heat energy required to raise the temperature of unit mass of the substance by one degree centigrade. From the given options, water has a very high specific heat capacity. It can absorb a lot amount of heat energy with less raise in its temperature. It also helps the water based ecosystems to survive as it resists the change in temperature.

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