Thermochemistry Quiz: Endothermic vs Exothermic
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What characterizes endothermic reactions in terms of heat energy?

  • They release heat energy.
  • They absorb heat energy. (correct)
  • They have no change in temperature.
  • They exhibit constant heat.
  • In which scenario is the enthalpy of the reactants greater than that of the products?

  • Nuclear fission
  • Exothermic reactions
  • Endothermic reactions (correct)
  • Combustion reactions
  • What is the enthalpy of reaction for exothermic reactions?

  • Positive
  • Negative (correct)
  • Undefined
  • Zero
  • Which of the following processes is an example of an endothermic reaction?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the process of nuclear fission?

    <p>Heavy elements break down into lighter elements with energy release.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about enthalpy is true?

    <p>The overall enthalpy change determines the type of reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of reaction is combustion categorized as?

    <p>Exothermic, since it releases heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during an endothermic reaction?

    <p>Heat is absorbed from the surroundings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following processes is an example of an exothermic reaction?

    <p>Burning wood in a campfire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the enthalpy of reaction relate to chemical reactions?

    <p>It represents the difference between reactants' and products' enthalpy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of a glass of lemonade becoming colder when ice cubes melt?

    <p>Heat being absorbed by the melting ice.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes the breaking and forming of chemical bonds?

    <p>Breaking bonds absorbs heat, forming bonds releases heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the prefix 'endo' in endothermic signify?

    <p>Heat absorbed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does enthalpy play in the context of a chemical reaction?

    <p>It quantifies the heat content associated with a reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to maintain heat during the conversion of liquid water to water vapor?

    <p>To supply energy needed for the phase change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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