What are the three main components of an exothermic wave?

The three main components of an exothermic wave are the heat source, the reaction front, and the heat release pattern. The heat source initiates the reaction, typically through an exothermic chemical process. The reaction front represents the advancing wave of heat and reaction products, while the heat release pattern describes how heat is distributed over time and space as the reaction progresses. Together, these components illustrate how energy is released and propagated through the medium.