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endothermic reaction
a process that absorbs heat from its surroundings
joule
the SI unit of energy. 1 calorie = 4.18 joules
system
a part of the universe in which you focus your attention.
calorie
the quantity of heat needed to raise 1 gram of water by 1 degree Celsius
surroundings
everything in the universe that is around the focal point
enthalpy
the heat content of a system at constant pressure
Calorie
a kilogram calorie. found in food.
exothermic system
a process that releases heat to its surroundings
calorimeter
an insulated device that is used to measure the absorption or release of heat
energy
the capacity for doing work or producing heat
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