Definition

Describing a process that releases energy, usually in the form of heat, during a chemical reaction or physical change.

Example

The exoergic reaction produced a significant amount of heat, warming the surrounding environment.

Conversation

Did you know that some chemical reactions are exoergic?

Really? I didn't know that term before.

Yeah, it means they release energy during the reaction.

That sounds cool! I have to learn more about chemistry.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exoergic is formed from "exo-" (meaning outside) and "ergon" (meaning work or energy). The term describes a process that releases energy to the surroundings, indicating that energy is being produced from an external source.

Memory Tip

Think of 'outside' ('exo-') and 'work' ('ergon') to remember that 'exoergic' refers to processes that release energy to the outside.

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