GCSE Chemistry key terms

GCSE Chemistry terms, at a glance.

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Subject Chemistry
Level GCSE
GCSE Chemistry
exothermic
a reaction that releases heat
Transfers energy to the surroundings, so temperature rises. The opposite is endothermic, which takes in energy.

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GCSE Chemistry hinges on precise wording (exothermic, oxidation, electrolysis). Repeated glances at each term and its definition help the exact phrasing land when you need it.

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Sample GCSE Chemistry terms

exothermic
a reaction that releases heat
oxidation
loss of electrons
electrolysis
splitting a compound with electricity

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