Exothermic vs. Exergonic — What's the Difference?
By Tayyaba Rehman — Updated on May 13, 2023
Difference Between Exothermic and Exergonic
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Exothermic
Releasing heat
An exothermic reaction.
Exergonic
Releasing energy.
Exothermic
That releases energy in the form of heat.
Exergonic
Releasing energy (especially as heat)
Exothermic
That releases heat during its formation, and absorbs it during its decomposition.
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Exothermic
(zoology) Of an animal: whose body temperature is regulated by external factors; cold-blooded.
Exothermic
Characterized by, or formed with, evolution of heat; as, an exothermic reaction; - opposed to endothermic.
Exothermic
(of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with evolution of heat
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