Distinguish between endothermic and exothermic reaction.

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S.No. Exothermic reaction Endothermic reaction
1 Exothermic reactions are reactions in which energy is released in the form of heat. Endothermic reactions are reactions where energy is absorbed in the form of heat.
2 During this reaction temperature of the system rises. During this reaction temperature of the system decreases.
3 For example, rusting of iron For example, the melting of ice cubes

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S.No.	Exothermic reaction	Endothermic reaction
1	Exothermic reactions are reactions in which energy is released in the form of heat.	Endothermic reactions are reactions where energy is absorbed in the form of heat.
2	During this reaction temperature of the system rises.	During this reaction temperature of the system decreases.
3	For example, rusting of iron	For example, the melting of ice cubes