exoergic

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English[edit]

Adjective[edit]

exoergic (comparative more exoergic, superlative most exoergic)

  1. (physics, chemistry) Occurring with the release of energy.

Usage notes[edit]

  • The term is used especially in regard to nuclear reactions. Exoergicity and exothermicity are not synonymous, although they are often confused.

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