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Where do we see exothermic and endothermic reactions in the real world?

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Exothermic:
-making ice cubes
-formation of snow in clouds
-rusting iron
-burning sugar

Endothermic:
-melting ice cubes
-evaporation of water
-cooking an egg
-baking bread
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Answer:

Another simple example of an exothermic reaction is combustion, such as lighting a candle. An initial input of energy causes oxygen and wax react to produce carbon dioxide, water, and heat.

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