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QWhat is the meaning of the term "endothermic" in chemistry?

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  • A A process or reaction that absorbs heat energy from the surroundings ✔ ✖
  • B The loss of electrons from an atom or molecule ✔ ✖
  • C The gain of electrons by an atom or molecule ✔ ✖
  • D The process of a solid turning into a gas ✔ ✖
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Endothermic refers to a process or reaction that absorbs heat energy from the surroundings. In an endothermic reaction, the products have higher energy than the reactants, requiring an input of energy to proceed.

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