Energy from fuels Flashcards
1
Q
exothermic reactions
A
reaction which releases heat energy
2
Q
endothermic reaction
A
reaction which takes in heat energy
3
Q
Combustion reaction
A
when a substance reacts with oxygen and releases energy
When hydrocarbons and alcohols react with oxygen, water and carbon dioxide is released.
3
Q
calculating heat energy
A
Eh= C x M x (change in)T