Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an exothermic reaction?

  1. melting solid salts

  2. evaporating liquid water

  3. melting ice cubes

  4. combustion
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Combustion is a classic example of an exothermic reaction where fuel reacts with oxygen to release significant amounts of heat and light.

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