energy from fuels Flashcards
1
Q
exothermic
A
heat energy is released to the surrondings
2
Q
endothermic
A
heat energy is absorbed
3
Q
formula for energy
A
E=cm(change in temp)
4
Q
combustion
A
when a fuel burns in a plentiful supply of oxygen
5
Q
what products are released in combustion
A
- carbon dioxide
- water
6
Q
what can be used as fuel
A
hydrocarbons and alcohols