Problem: When a reaction occurs in a flask, you notice that the flask gets colder. What is the sign of ΔHDelta {H}?

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flask gets colder → q = (-)


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When a reaction occurs in a flask, you notice that the flask gets colder. What is the sign of ΔH?

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