Asked by Carlo van den Hoek on May 15, 2024
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How can a dipole in a molecule be induced?
A) Through interaction with a temporary dipole in a neighboring molecule
B) Through cooling the system
C) By adjusting the size of the electron cloud
D) A dipole cannot be induced.
Induce Dipole
The temporary polarization of a molecule caused by the vicinity of a charged object or another polar molecule.
Electron Cloud
A model describing the area around an atomic nucleus where electrons are likely to be found, depicting electron positions as a cloud-like distribution.
Temporary Dipole
A temporary dipole occurs when there is a short-lived imbalance of electron density within a molecule, causing a temporary separation of charges.
- Familiarize oneself with the assortment of intermolecular forces and their impact on the compounds' physical features.
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Learning Objectives
- Familiarize oneself with the assortment of intermolecular forces and their impact on the compounds' physical features.
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