AQA GCSE Chemistry · 8462
Specification 4.5.1.1, 4.5.1.2, 4.6.2.2, 4.6.2.6 · Paper 1, Paper 2
A reaction that transfers energy to its surroundings, causing their temperature to increase.
Revise: Exothermic and Endothermic ProcessesAn exothermic reaction transfers energy to its surroundings, so their temperature increases. Combustion, such as burning methane, is an obvious example. Many other oxidation reactions are exothermic too, including the oxidation of iron used in some hand warmers.
- Revise: Reaction Profiles
A reaction that transfers energy to the surroundings, leaving the products at a lower energy level than the reactants.
- Revise: Energy in Reversible Reactions
A reaction that transfers energy to the surroundings, usually causing their temperature to rise.
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- Revise: Temperature Effects on Equilibrium
- Revise: Chemical Energetics and Kinetics
A reaction that transfers energy from the reacting substances to the surroundings.