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Cambridge IGCSE Chemistry practice

What is released during an exothermic reaction?

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Exothermic and endothermic reactions

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What is released during an exothermic reaction?.

  1. A.Thermal energy
  2. B.Chemical energy
  3. C.Electrical energy
  4. D.Nuclear energy

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Exothermic Reaction Description

An exothermic reaction occurs when reactants release energy in the form of heat to the surroundings, causing the temperature of the surroundings to rise.

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    State the effect of an exothermic reaction on the temperature of the surroundings.

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