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Exergonic Reaction

Definition: An exergonic reaction is a chemical reaction that releases energy to its surroundings. It occurs when the products of the reaction have less energy than the reactants.

Examples:

  1. A common example of an exergonic reaction is the process of burning wood, which liberates heat energy into the environment.
  2. In cellular respiration, glucose is oxidized to produce carbon dioxide and water while releasing energy in the form of ATP. This is an exergonic reaction.

Parts of Speech: The term "exergonic reaction" can be used as a noun or an adjective.

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