What is another word for exothermic reaction?
Pronunciation: [ɛɡzəðˈɜːmɪk ɹɪˈakʃən] (IPA) 
Exothermic reactions are chemical reactions that release heat and energy to their surroundings. Some synonyms for exothermic reaction include exoergic, exothermal, and exergonic reactions. These reactions typically involve the breaking of chemical bonds in the reactants, which releases energy in the form of heat, light, or sound. Other frequently used synonyms for exothermic reactions include exo-thermic, exoendothermic, exodermic, exoergic, and exoergonic reactions. These terms are used interchangeably depending on the context in which they are used but all refer to the same type of energy-releasing reaction. Exothermic reactions are essential to many natural and industrial processes and are studied extensively in the field of chemistry.
