Preview - Energy In Chemical Reactions

The Microscopic Level and Energy

We've looked at variables that could lead to spontaneous combustion and discussed decomposition, but what is occurring on the microscopic level?

Questions

Please answer the questions below.

Describe what you believe is happening on a microscopic level to cause compost to spontaneously combust.

Where is the energy coming from to cause the fire? (Hint: think about what is occurring with the chemical bonds on a microscopic level.)

Notes

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