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CHM 101 CHM 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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In the reaction between methane (CH₄) and oxygen O₂, 891 kJ of heat was given off. This reaction is said to be
Options
A endothermic
B exothermic
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C thermoneutral
D impossible to rise
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A reaction that gives off heat (releases energy) to the surroundings is exothermic.

Hint

Exo = out, thermic = heat. Heat is given off.

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