I don't know the correct answer for this (cus I'm in year 10)
Explanation:
But in this case, answer C would be definitely wrong becuase answer C is talking about protocell and it not related much to what the question is asking. Hope this can help you find out more about the other 3 answers.
This sample will absorb less energy because the more water, the harder it is to absorb all of the water. The other sample has less so the sand can absorb it more easily.