Question
Why in some reactions heat is evolved while some reactions take place only on absorption of heat?
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Answer
Every substance has energy stored in it in the form of heat content. If heat content of reactants (HR) is greater than that of products (Hp), heat is evolved. If HR < Hp, heat is absorbed.
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