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Q: What is the name for the reaction responsible for releasing the heat energy that maintains body temperature?
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Does temperature rising in a chemical mixer have to do anything with a chemical reaction?

Some chemical reactions are exothermic, releasing heat.


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The temperature increases when energy is released during a chemical reaction.


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Why is coal combustion useful?

Yes, the combustion of coal (oxydation reaction) is an exothermic reaction, releasing heat.


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The temperature will depend on the reaction that is under consideration.


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As the temperature increases, the reaction time decreases.


Combustion of coal give out heat?

Yes, the combustion of coal (oxydation reaction) is an exothermic reaction, releasing heat.


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