ENTHALPY Flashcards
1
Q
Exothermic reactions have a _________ enthalpy change?
A
Negative change
2
Q
What happens during an Exothermic reaction?
A
Heat energy is lost to the surroundings.
3
Q
Name 2 examples of Exothermic reactions?
A
Oxidation of fuels (combustion)
Oxidation of glucose (respiration)
4
Q
Endothermic reactions have a _______ enthalpy change?
A
Positive
5
Q
What happens during an endothermic reactions?
A
Heat energy is gained by the surroundings.
6
Q
Name 2 examples of endothermic reactions?
A
Thermal decomposition.
Photosynthesis.
