formation of polar molecules Flashcards
1
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Polar molecules
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When atoms of the same element share electrons, they share the pair or electrons equally. However this is not the case when atoms of different elements combine, the electrons are not shared equally.
2
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electronegativity
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The ability to pull/attract electrons
3
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intramolecular forces of attraction-Van der Waals forces of attraction.
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In covalent compounds, due to the unequal sharing of electrons, there are weak forces of attraction between molecules
4
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formation of polar molecules
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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NfMp5-XV-dvn6_TXQEBmZDDy1G6T-9BGCLio6EbA2R0/edit