Question

Read the passage about a chemical reaction that absorbs or releases thermal energy. Then, follow the instructions below.
Dynamite contains the compound nitroglycerin
(C3H5N3O9)
. When dynamite is lit, the nitroglycerin explodes, forming nitrogen
(N2)
, carbon monoxide
(CO)
, water
(H2O)
, and oxygen
(O2)
. This reaction quickly releases a huge amount of thermal energy into the surroundings. Because so much energy is released in such a short time, dynamite can be used to blast through solid rock.
Complete the statement.

During this chemical reaction, the air around the reaction becomes

Warmer

Colder

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Answer 1

During this chemical reaction, the air around the reaction becomes **warmer**.