What is the difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions?

Endothermic take in energy. Exothermic give out energy.
I remember it by imaging that the energy is either 'ENtering' or 'EXiting'.
Hope this helps.

Answered by EmJT | 2024-06-10

Endothermic reactions absorb energy from the environment and make it cooler, such as photosynthesis in plants, while exothermic reactions release energy into the environment and make it hotter, like burning wood in a fireplace. ;

Answered by ViolaDavis | 2024-06-18

Endothermic reactions absorb energy from the surroundings, making the environment cooler, while exothermic reactions release energy, making the surrounding area warmer. Examples include photosynthesis for endothermic and burning wood for exothermic reactions. The main difference is that energy is a reactant in endothermic reactions and a product in exothermic reactions.
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Answered by ViolaDavis | 2024-12-23