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Calcium Chloride Lab Report
Experiment 2
Purpose: To determine energy lost by Calcium Chloride and gained by Ammonium Nitrate when dissolved in Water.
Theory: Exothermic reactions are when net energy is lost in process of reaction. When solid calcium chloride (chemical formula CaCl₂) is placed in water, the calcium chloride dissolves and liberates heat in the process. Calcium chloride is one of the ingredients in instant "hot packs" sold in retail stores. Some concrete mixes incorporate calcium chloride to decrease drying time. Calcium chloride is also used as a de-icer.
Endothermic reactions are when net energy is used in process of reaction. When we dissolve ammonium nitrate the temperature of water falls because the salt is gaining in potential energy. That is why

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