Exo/endothermic Flashcards
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What happens in a combustion reaction?
fuel is burned and reacts with oxygen to release energy.
What is an exothermic reaction?
chemical reactions
which release energy from the chemicals into the surroundings.
What is an example of exothermic?
Handwarmers
Is respiration an exothermic or an endothermic reaction?
Exothermic reaction
What is an endothermic reaction?
Endothermic reactions absorb energy form the surroundings.
What reaction is photosynthesis?
Endothermic reaction
What is thermal decomposition?
a chemical reaction where a substance breaks down into simpler substances when heated.
When do exo/endothermic reactions occur?
The reactions happen at room temperature
Why would it be a good idea to put an insulating lid onto the polystyrene cup when doing this experiment?
It would prevent heat from escaping out of the cup during an exothermic reaction and it would prevent heat from entering the cup in an endothermic reaction.
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