How is enthalpy used to predict whether a reaction is endothermic or exothermic?

The enthalpy change is ΔH = enthalpy of the products − enthalpy of the reactants. A positive ΔH means the products have higher enthalpy, so the reaction absorbs energy from its surroundings and is endothermic. A negative ΔH indicates an exothermic reaction.

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