Potential energy diagrams Flashcards

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Kinetic energy

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Energy of motion. Energy due to motion of the molecules within a substance. KE is related to temperature.

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Potential energy

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Stored energy. Energy contained in the chemical bonds holding molecules together

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Exothermic

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A chemical reaction in which energy is released. Released in for of heat or light.

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Endothermic

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A chemical reaction in which energy is absorbed. Released accompanied by drop in temperature

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