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

Correct answer: B. B: Decreases

  • A. A: Remains constant
  • B. B: Decreases
  • C. C: Increases
  • D. D: Remains unchanged

Explanation

Option B is correct because in an endothermic reaction, heat is absorbed from the surroundings, resulting in a decrease in the temperature of the surrounding air. Option A is incorrect because the temperature does not remain constant due to the absorption of heat. Option C is incorrect because the temperature does not increase; it decreases as the reaction absorbs heat. Option D is also incorrect because the temperature does not remain unchanged; it decreases as a result of heat absorption.

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