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Enthalpy change (ΔH)

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Organic Chemistry

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Enthalpy change is the heat absorbed or released by a system during a chemical reaction at constant pressure. It is a key factor in determining whether a reaction is endothermic (absorbing heat) or exothermic (releasing heat).

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