endothermic

endothermic
Denoting a chemical reaction during which heat (enthalpy) is absorbed. Cf.:exothermic (1). [endo- + G. therme, heat]

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en·do·ther·mic .en-də-'thər-mik also en·do·ther·mal -məl adj
1) characterized by or formed with absorption of heat compare EXOTHERMIC
2) WARM-BLOODED

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adj.
describing a chemical reaction associated with the absorption of heat. Compare exothermic.

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en·do·ther·mic (en″do-thurґmik) characterized by or accompanied by the absorption of heat, as a chemical reaction accompanied by absorption of heat and to which heat must be supplied if it is to proceed; storing up heat or energy in a potential form. Cf. exothermic.

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