Energy Transfer And Reaction Profiles Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
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What is an exothermic reaction
A
A reaction which gives out energy to the surroundings, often shown by a rise in temperature of the surroundings
2
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What is an endothermic reaction
A
A reaction which takes in energy from the surroundings often shown by a fall in temperature of the surroundings
3
Q
How does the reaction profile of an exothermic reaction look
A
The curve falls from the reactants to the products
4
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How does the reaction profile of an endothermic reaction look
A
The curve rises between the reactants and the products
