Exothermal (Adjective)
Meaning
(of a chemical reaction or compound) occurring or formed with the liberation of heat.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The combustion of gasoline is an exothermal reaction that releases a significant amount of energy.
- Exothermal reactions are often used in self-heating meals and hand warmers.
- The decomposition of hydrogen peroxide is an exothermal process that can be hazardous if not controlled.
- The exothermal nature of the reaction made it difficult to maintain a stable temperature in the laboratory.
- The explosion was caused by an exothermal reaction between the fuel and oxidizer.