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If an endothermic reaction is allowed to take place very rapidly in air, the temperature of the surrounding air will:

Correct answer: D. Decrease

  • A. Remain constant
  • B. Increase
  • C. Either increase or decrease
  • D. Decrease

Explanation

An endothermic reaction absorbs heat from its surroundings to proceed. If the reaction is rapid, it will quickly draw heat from the immediate surrounding air, causing a noticeable decrease in the air's temperature.

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