endothermic
IPA: ɛndoʊθˈɝmɪk
adjective
- (chemistry) Of a chemical reaction that absorbs heat energy from its surroundings.
- (zoology) Of an animal whose body temperature is regulated by internal factors.
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Examples of "endothermic" in Sentences
- Endothermic reactions absorb heat from their surroundings, making them feel cool to the touch
- The endothermic process of photosynthesis requires sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen
- Animals like birds and mammals are endothermic, meaning they can regulate their internal body temperature
- Endothermic reactions are common in nature, such as when ice melts into water by absorbing heat
- In an endothermic reaction, energy is stored in the chemical bonds of the products
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