1.4 - Intermolecular Forces Flashcards
1
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Intermolecular Definition
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Between neighbouring molecules (as opposed to intramolecular).
2
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Van der Waals’ forces Definition
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The attraction between instantaneous and induced dipole son neighbouring molecules.
3
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Permanent Dipole-Dipole Attraction Definition
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Attraction between the positive end, δ+, of the permanent dipole on a molecule with the negative end, δ-, of the permanent dipole of a neighbouring molecule.
4
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Hydrogen Bond Definition
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The attraction between a lone pair of electrons on a very electronegative atom (i.e. N,O, F) in one molecule and a hydrogen atom in a neighbouring molecule, in which the hydrogen atom is covalently bonded to a very electronegative atom (N,O,F).
