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Exothermic and Endothermic Flashcards

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What is exothermic?

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Exothermic: Release of heat energy during a chemical reaction.

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What is endothermic?

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Endothermic: Absorption of heat energy during a chemical reaction.

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What are examples of exothermic reactions?

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Examples of exothermic reactions:
1. Combustion of a fuel (e.g., burning of wood or gasoline)
2. Oxidation reactions (e.g., rusting of iron)
3.Respiration

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What are some examples of endothermic reactions?

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  1. Melting of ice.
  2. Photosynthesis in plants.
  3. Dissociation of hydrogen gas into individual hydrogen atoms.
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