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| − | The '''Van de Waal''' force is a [[intermolecular force]] caused by electrostatic attraction. Some [[molecules]] (polar molecules) have a more negative end and a more positive end. This means that a weak electromagnetic force is present between the positive end of one molecule and the negative end of another. This is a Van de Waal force. They are far weaker than intramolecular bonding such as ionic, polar or covalent bonding. | + | {{move|Van der Waal forc}} |
| − | Non-polar substances also have very weak Van de Waal forces, called the [[London dispersion force]]. | + | The '''Van der Waal''' force is a [[intermolecular force]] caused by electrostatic attraction. Some [[molecules]] (polar molecules) have a more negative end and a more positive end. This means that a weak electromagnetic force is present between the positive end of one molecule and the negative end of another. This is a Van der Waal force. They are far weaker than intramolecular bonding such as ionic, polar or covalent bonding. |
| | + | Non-polar substances also have very weak Van der Waal forces, called the [[London dispersion force]]. |