Single Answer MCQ
Q-00039848
What distinguishes an exothermic reaction from an endothermic reaction?
1
Energy is absorbed versus released
2
Only gases are produced
3
Chemical bonds are formed
4
Temp remains constant
Answer and Solution
Answer
A. Energy is absorbed versus released
Solution:
In an exothermic reaction, energy is released, whereas in endothermic reactions, energy is absorbed. This distinguishes the two types of reactions.
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