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Exothermic Reaction

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

An exothermic reaction is a chemical reaction that releases energy by light or heat. It is the opposite of an endothermic reaction.

AP course connection

Topic 7.10: 7.10 Reaction Quotient and Le Châtelier’s Principle

Unit 7

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