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Subject - General Chemistry
Exothermic reactions proceed with release of heat (the opposite is endothermic). Accordingly, the reaction shows a negative reaction enthalpy or phase transfer enthalpy.
Examples for exothermic reactions or phase transfers:
- Solidification of melt
- Condensation of steam
- Burning of coal to carbon dioxide
- Oxyhydrogen reaction
- Hydration of lime
See also: endothermic