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What is an exothermic reaction?

One that releases heat.

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  1. One that makes light only
  2. One that releases heat ✔
  3. One that absorbs heat

Why: An exothermic reaction releases heat to its surroundings.

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Answer: One that releases heat. An exothermic reaction releases heat to its surroundings.

  1. Chemistry en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemistry
    A reaction is said to be exothermic if the reaction releases heat to the surroundings
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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