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    Jan 24, 2008, 03:41 PM
    Why is ice an endothermic reaction
    Why is Ice an endothermic reaction?
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    Jan 24, 2008, 03:47 PM
    "Ice" is not a reaction, please try to re-state your question so that we can help.
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    Jan 24, 2008, 04:07 PM
    Sorry
    Formation of Ice isn't it an endothermic reaction

    Though by the endothermic reaction the process absorbs heat how can the formation of ice be called an endothermic reaction

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    Jan 24, 2008, 05:53 PM
    Your right, the formation of ice is not endothermic, it is also not a reaction.

    General Chemistry Online: FAQ: Energy and chemical change: What are some examples of exothermic and endothermic processes?
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