When water evaporates from the ocean,then condenses in the atmosphere
A) the latent heat of evaporation increases.
B) the latent heat of evaporation decreases.
C) energy is transferred from the ocean to the atmosphere.
D) energy is transferred from the atmosphere to the ocean.
E) latent heat turns into kinetic energy.

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When water evaporates from the ocean, it takes away heat energy from the ocean, which results in cooling of the ocean surface. This heat energy is released into the atmosphere when the water vapor condenses, forming clouds. Hence, energy is transferred from the ocean to the atmosphere.

When Water Evaporates from the Ocean,then Condenses in the Atmosphere