How can an exothermic reaction be identified?

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G_Ozdilek
Jul 20, 2018

If energy (i.e. heat) is released upon completion of the reaction

Explanation:

Exothermic reactions release energy. When you burn ethyl alcohol (i.e.):

C_2H_5OH + 3O_2 -> 2CO_2 + 3H_2O + EC2H5OH+3O2→2CO2+3H2O+E

energy (EE) is released. Calorimeters measure this energy.

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