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When ammonium nitrate is dissolved in water, energy is absorbed from the surroundings, causing a decrease in the resulting solutions temperature. Which best describes this type of reaction?

Endothermic

Exothermic

Combustion

Synthesis

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your answer would be option a
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This type of reaction is endothermic since it absorbs heat and decreases the solution's temperature. 
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