English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
Describe what's meant by an exothermic or an endothermic reaction
Draw energy profiles showing exothermic and endothermic reactions
Describe what's meant by the activation energy for a reaction
Words and meanings to learn
reaction
Something which is triggered in relation to an event.
endothermic
Reaction of heat being absorbed.
thermal
Relating to heat.
exothermic
Reaction of heat being released.
temperature
The intensity of heat which is in an object or solution.
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Handout: The handout succinctly explains exothermic, endothermic reactions, and activation energy. It includes guided questions to reinforce understanding.
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