Endothermic Reaction

Endothermic Reactions

An endothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that absorbs energy, usually in the form of heat. Unlike exothermic reactions, which release heat, endothermic reactions draw heat from their surroundings, making the area around them cooler. Common examples include melting ice, boiling water, and cooking...

All chemical reactions use energy to break bonds and release energy when new bonds form. Endothermic reactions are reactions that absorb heat from their surroundings.

So, how does it work? The term "endothermic" literally means "taking in heat." In these reactions, breaking bonds in the reactants requires more energy than is released when ...