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Exergonic Reactions

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Exergonic reactions are chemical reactions that release energy. They occur when the products have less potential energy than the reactants, resulting in a negative change in free energy.

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