endothermic reaction
(en-do-ther-mic-re-ac-tion)
6 syllables
Definition
noun. A chemical reaction that absorbs energy from its surroundings, usually in the form of heat.
Example Sentence
Photosynthesis is an example of an endothermic reaction because it absorbs sunlight to produce energy.
More Example Sentences
The melting of ice is an endothermic reaction as it requires heat to change from solid to liquid.
Synonyms
heat-absorbing reaction; energy-consuming reaction; thermal reaction
Antonyms
exothermic reaction; heat-releasing reaction; energy-releasing reaction
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