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Exothermic chemical reactions release energy in the form of heat and sometimes light. A common example would be the combustion (oxidation) of methane*:

Methane: CH4 + 2O2 -----> CO2 + 2H2O + Energy (heat and light)

* The combustion of methane (natural gas) is commonly used to heat water, cook, and to heat homes.

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