Energy Flashcards
What is an exothermic reaction
Is one which gives out energy often in the form of heat and is usually shown by a rise in temperature.
What is an endothermic reaction?
Is one which takes in energy usually in the form of heat and is shown by a fall in temperature.
To break existing bonds…
Energy must be supplied.
When bonds form energy…
Is released.
In an exothermic energy level diagram the product line is always…
Lower than the reactants.
In an endothermic energy level diagram the products are always…
Higher than the reactants.
1 calorie =
The amount of energy needed to raise the temp. of 1g of water by 1C. 1 calorie is 4.2 joules.
1 Calorie =
The amount of energy needed to raise the temp. of 1 kilogram of water by 1 degree celcius. 1 Calorie = 4200 joules.