exothermic reaction
(ex-o-ther-mic-re-ac-tion)
6 syllables
Definition
noun. A chemical reaction that releases energy by light or heat.
Example Sentence
Combustion is an example of an exothermic reaction that releases heat.
More Example Sentences
An exothermic reaction can often be identified by a rise in temperature.
Synonyms
heat-releasing reaction; energy-liberating reaction; exergonic process
Antonyms
endothermic reaction; energy-absorbing reaction; endergonic process
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