Endothermic vs. Exothermic Reactions: Key Differences Explained
Why does a hand warmer become hot while an instant cold pack becomes chilly? Both products involve changes at the molecular level, but heat moves in opposite directions. This is the central difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions. An endothermic reaction absorbs heat from its surroundings, while an exothermic reaction releases heat into them. As … Read more