Endothermic and Exothermic Review

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What is an endothermic reaction?

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A reaction that absorbs energy (usually in the form of heat) from its surroundings.

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What is an exothermic reaction?

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A reaction that releases energy (usually in the form of heat) to its surroundings.

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Cooking an egg is an example of which type of reaction?

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Endothermic.

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Baking bread is an example of which type of reaction?

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Endothermic.

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What does 'endo' mean in the context of endothermic reactions?

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In/inside/absorb.

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What does 'exo' mean in the context of exothermic reactions?

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Out/outside/release.

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When the temperature decreases during a reaction, it is an _______ reaction.

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Endothermic.

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Which reaction absorbs energy?

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Endothermic.

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Which reaction releases energy?

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Exothermic.

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Give an example of an exothermic reaction.

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Combustion of fuels, such as burning wood or gasoline.

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