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The release of energy (exothermic reaction) happens when the energy release by forming the products of the reaction is greater than the energy required to break the bonds of the reactants.

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What kind of reactions release energy?

Exothermic reactions release energy.


Do all reactions release energy?

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Do endergonic reactions absorb more energy than they release?

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