What is an exothermic reaction?

An exothermic reaction produces excess heat as the reactants turn to products. This means that the temperature of the glass flask would rise as the reaction occurs. The net change in energy during a reaction can be calculated by finding the sum of the formation energies of each compound. (would then give an example)

Answered by Nicky M. Chemistry tutor

1802 Views

See similar Chemistry GCSE tutors

Related Chemistry GCSE answers

All answers ▸

How do I work out what the ionic charge is for different elements in the periodic table?


How does the structure of benzene differ from the pre-assumed structure of 1,3,5-cyclohexatriene? *Kekule's structure*


What is the difference between exothermic and endothermic reactions?


In what circumstances can an ionic compound conduct electricity? How?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences