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What does one mean by exothermic and endothermic reactions? Give examples.

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The chemical reactions that release heat energy are called exothermic reactions.
Example: C(g)+O2(g)CO2(g)+Heat Energy

The chemical reactions in which heat energy is absorbed are called endothermic reactions.
Example: CaCO3HeatCaO+CO2

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