Exergonic (from the prefix exo-, derived for the Greek word ἔξω exō, `outside` and the suffix -ergonic, derived from the Greek word ἔργον ergon, `work`) means `releasing energy in the form of work`. In thermodynamics, work is defined as the energy moving from the system (the internal region) to the surroundings (the external regio...
<chemistry> Describes a chemical reaction that releases energy in the form of heat, light, etc. ... (09 Oct 1997) ... 
(ek″sәr-gon´ik) accompanied by the release of free energy.
Type: Term Pronunciation: ek′sĕr-gon′ik Definitions: 1. Referring to a chemical reaction that takes place with a negative charge in Gibbs free energy. 2. Any process that can produce work.
(ek;ser-gon;ik) Denoting chemical reactions that liberate energy.
Refers to a reaction for which the free energy of the system decreases. See also: Endergonic.
(of a biochemical reaction) liberating energy. Cf. endergonic.