Endothermic
Pronunciation: /ˌɛndoʊˈθɜːrmɪk/
Endothermic (adjective)
- Describes a chemical reaction that takes in heat from its surroundings.
- Describes animals that keep their body temperature constant by producing heat internally.
Examples
- The endothermic reaction required constant heat input.
- Endothermic processes often feel cold to the touch.
Common collocations: endothermic reaction, absorb heat, require heat, endothermic animals, regulate temperature