Which of the Following Has the Most Thermal Energy

Question

Which of the following has the most thermal energy?
A)a boiling cup of coffee
B)a swimming pool at 28°C
C)a hot tub at 37°C
D)the Pacific ocean
E)Lake Erie

Accepted Answer

The Pacific Ocean has the most thermal energy because it has the largest mass, even though its temperature might be lower than the other options. Thermal energy depends on both temperature and mass.