exothermic

exothermic
1. Denoting a chemical reaction during which heat ( i.e., enthalpy) is emitted. Cf.:endothermic. 2. Relating to the external warmth of the body. [exo- + G. therme, heat]

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exo·ther·mic -'thər-mik adj characterized by or formed with evolution of heat compare ENDOTHERMIC
exo·ther·mi·cal·ly -mi-k(ə-)lē adv
exo·ther·mic·i·ty -.thər-'mis-ət-ē n, pl -ties

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adj.
describing a chemical reaction in which energy is released in the form of heat. Compare endothermic.

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exo·ther·mic (ek″so-thurґmik) [exo- + thermic] characterized or accompanied by the evolution of heat, as in a chemical reaction during and by which heat is released; liberating heat or energy from its potential forms. Cf. endothermic.

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