A Reaction That Releases Energy as It Occurs Is Classified

question 36

Multiple Choice

A reaction that releases energy as it occurs is classified as a(n) ________.

• A)endothermic reaction
• B)exothermic reaction
• C)oxidation-reduction reaction
• D)catalyzed reaction
• E)decomposition reaction

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Definitions:

Profit After Tax

The net income remaining after all taxes have been deducted from total revenue.

Unrealised Profit

Profit that has been made on paper through an investment but has not yet been cashed in by selling the asset.

Upstream

In a supply chain context, refers to processes or activities that occur at the beginning of the production process or closer to the raw materials stage.

Downstream

Refers to the refining of petroleum crude oil and the processing and purifying of raw natural gas, as well as the marketing and distribution of products derived from crude oil and natural gas.