Endo and exo Flashcards
1
Q
What does Exothermic mean?
A
More energy is given out that is put in.
Activation energy is lower than enthalpy change.
2
Q
What does endothermic mean?
A
When the activation energy is higher than the enthalpy change.
It requires more energy to start than it yields.
3
Q
What lowers activation energy?
A
Catalysts
4
Q
What is the name of a reaction where the activation energy is lower than the enthalpy change ?
A
Exothermic
5
Q
What is the name of a reaction where the activation energy is larger than the enthalpy change?
A
Endothermic
