Difference between revisions of "Intermolecular force"
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| − | An '''intermolecular force''' is a force acting between molecules. The weakest of | + | An '''intermolecular force''' is a force acting between molecules. |
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| + | ==Dipole-dipole interactions== | ||
| + | Dipole-dipole interactions are occur between permanent [[dipole]]s in [[molecule]]s. The strength depends on the distance and relative orientation of the dipoles. The dipole-dipole interactions are weaker than the [[Hydrogen bond]] but stronger than the Van der Waals force. | ||
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| + | Interactions between dipoles and [[Ion]]s are also possible. | ||
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| + | ==Van der Waals force== | ||
| + | {{Main article|Van der Waals force}} | ||
| + | The weakest form of intermolecular force is the [[Van der Waals force]], which is formed through electrostatic attaction. | ||
[[Category:Chemical bonding]] | [[Category:Chemical bonding]] | ||
Revision as of 19:21, May 16, 2015
An intermolecular force is a force acting between molecules.
Dipole-dipole interactions
Dipole-dipole interactions are occur between permanent dipoles in molecules. The strength depends on the distance and relative orientation of the dipoles. The dipole-dipole interactions are weaker than the Hydrogen bond but stronger than the Van der Waals force.
Interactions between dipoles and Ions are also possible.
Van der Waals force
- Main article: Van der Waals force
The weakest form of intermolecular force is the Van der Waals force, which is formed through electrostatic attaction.