The discussion revolves around the relationship between endergonic reactions and endothermic reactions, questioning whether they are the same concept. The scope includes conceptual clarification and homework-related inquiries.
Participants express uncertainty about the equivalence of endergonic and endothermic reactions, indicating that multiple views remain without a consensus on the matter.
Definitions and distinctions between endergonic and endothermic reactions are not fully resolved, and the discussion relies on varying interpretations of energy requirements and spontaneity.
What does the dictionary say?MBBphys said:Homework Statement
Are endergonic reactions and endothermic reactions the same thing?
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It uses slightly different wording; perhaps you could clarify? ThanksSteamKing said:What does the dictionary say?
An endothermic reaction must absorb heat from its surroundings in order to proceed:MBBphys said:It uses slightly different wording; perhaps you could clarify? Thanks