Question

Identify the statement below that is true about exothermic reactions. (1 point)

They do not require activation energy in order to get started.

They release heat energy to the surrounding environment.

They have products that have more energy compared to the reactants.

They tend to decrease the temperature of their surroundings.

Answer 1

The true statement about exothermic reactions is:

**They release heat energy to the surrounding environment.**