endothermic
/ˌɛndoʊˈθɜrmɪk/
adjective
- Describing a chemical reaction or physical process that absorbs heat from its surroundings.
- Photosynthesis is an endothermic reaction because plants absorb energy from sunlight.
- When you mix baking soda and vinegar, the endothermic process makes the container feel cold.
- The endothermic nature of melting ice means it takes heat from the air to turn into water.
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