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What is the difference between exergonic and exothermic reactions in terms of thermodynamic properties?
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Both exergonic and exothermic reactions release energy, with exergonic reactions referring to those with a decrease in free energy (G), and exothermic reactions referring to those with a release of heat, relating to enthalpy.
Explanation: This distinction is important as exergonic reactions are favorable in terms of energy change and often occur spontaneously, while exothermic reactions involve the release of heat energy.