Here's a problem to solve: A metal sample is placed into a beaker of boiling water. After two minutes the metal is removed. After 5 minutes the metal can be picked up by hand but the water is still too hot to touch. Which of these matter and energy interactions is being illustrated?

Among the 4 following options, which is the correct answer?

- A: water has a low specific heat
 
- B: metals have low specific heat
 
- C: glass from the beaker is a good insulator
 
- D: water loses its heat energy quickly to the air
 