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endothermic

/ˌɛndəʊˈθɜːmɪk/

/ˌɛndoʊˈθɜrmɪk/

Translations

endothermicadjective

more endothermic

Comp.

most endothermic

Super.

/ˌɛndəʊˈθɜːmɪk/

/ˌɛndoʊˈθɜrmɪk/

The reaction is endothermic, requiring heat to proceed.

Реакция эндотермическая, требующая тепла для протекания.

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endothermicadjective

Describing a chemical reaction or physical process that absorbs heat from its surroundings.

The decomposition of ammonium nitrate is an endothermic process that absorbs heat from its surroundings.

Relating to an organism that generates heat to maintain its body temperature, typically above the temperature of its surroundings.

Birds and mammals are examples of endothermic animals, as they can regulate their body temperature internally.