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An endothermic reaction absorbs heat , while an exothermic reaction releases it.

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What is the opposite of exothermic?

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What change is the opposite of an exothermic change?

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What term refers to a chemical reaction that absorbs heat energy?

Absorbing energy from the surroundings is endothermic. (The opposite - releasing energy to the surroundings - is exothermic).


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Is frezzing endothermic or exothermic?

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What is the opposite of a reaction releasing energy?

A reaction releasing energy is called an exergonic reaction, so the opposite of the would be a reaction that needs energy to take place, called an endergonic reaction. These are also known as exothermic and endothermic reactions.


What is an example of an endothermic change?

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Are mollusks endothermic or ectothermic?

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Is freeezing endothermic or exothermic?

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