Thermochemistry

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What does q stand for?

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q stands for Heat measured in Joules.

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Which phase of matter contains the most kinetic energy?

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Gas contains the most kinetic energy.

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If heat is released by a chemical system, what happens to the surroundings?

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An equal amount of heat will be absorbed by the surroundings.

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Positive.

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Define Thermochemistry.

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Thermochemistry is the study of heat changes that occur during chemical reactions.

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What is the formula for calculating heat (q)?

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What is specific heat?

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Specific heat is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 gram of a substance by 1 degree Celsius.

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What is an exothermic reaction?

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An exothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that releases heat to its surroundings.

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What is an endothermic reaction?

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An endothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that absorbs heat from its surroundings.