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When molecules are close together, a slight attraction can develop between the oppositely charged regions of nearby molecules. Chemists call such intermolecular forces of attraction van der Waals forces.

(This also occurs in the phenomenon known as Hydrogen-bonding.)

What is the alternate of a slight attraction - it is called the covalent bond. Note that an ionic bond is a type of covalent bond.

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Why do nonpolar molecules not have oppositely charged ends?

Nonpolar molecule is one which electrons are shared equally in bonds. Such a molecule does not have oppositely charged ends. This is true of molecules made from two identical atoms or molecules that are symmetric, such as CCl4.


The force of attraction binding oppositely charged ions together?

There are a few ways to calculate this, but for two point charges, such as two oppositely charged atoms the easiest way is to use Coulomb's law:where:F = the force of attractionq_1 = the charge of object 1q_2 = the charge of object 2r = the distance between the center of object 1 and object2ε0 ≈ 8.854187817... × 10−12 F·m−1For two oppositely charged atoms you must know what the charge of the each atom is to complete the calculation. For this calculation I'll assume that object 1 has one more electron than a neutrally charged atom ( has a charge of 1 e-), and object two has one fewer electron than a neutrally charged atom (has a charge of e+)e = 1.602176487 x 10-19 coulombsSo if we fill everything into Coulomb's equation we can get the force of attraction between two oppositely charged atoms,


What is the difference between polar and charged molecules?

Polar molecules have an uneven distribution of charge, with one end being slightly positive and the other slightly negative. Charged molecules, on the other hand, have a full positive or negative charge.


Can charged molecules pass through the membrane?

Yes, charged molecules can pass through the membrane.


Is a compound formed by two positive elements?

No, two positives are repelling, not attracting. No. Compounds are formed by two or more different elements. An ionic compound is formed by the attraction between two oppositely charged ions. Molecular compounds are formed by the sharing of electrons between atoms, which is called a covalent bond.

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The slight attractions that develop between oppositely charged regions of nearby molecules are?

van der Waals forces.


What bonds are electrostatic attractions between oppositely charged atoms?

Ionic bonds are electrostatic attractions between oppositely charged atoms. These bonds typically form between a metal and a non-metal, where the metal loses electrons to become positively charged and the non-metal gains those electrons to become negatively charged.


What are molecules that do not have opposite charged ends?

Molecules that do not have oppositely charged ends are nonpolar molecules.


What are the slight attractions the develop between oppositely charged regions of nearby molecules?

When molecules are close together, a slight attraction can develop between the oppositely charged regions of nearby molecules. Chemists call such intermolecular forces of attraction van der Waals forces. (This also occurs in the phenomenon known as Hydrogen-bonding.) What is the alternate of a slight attraction - it is called the covalent bond. Note that an ionic bond is a type of covalent bond.


Which type of bond forms between oppositely-charged region of polar molecules?

Hydrogen bond


Which type of bonds are electrostatic attractions oppositely charged atoms?

Ionic bonds


Molecules that do not have oppositely charged ends are what molecules?

Molecules that do not have oppositely charged ends are nonpolar molecules.


What happens when polar molecules are between oppositely charged metal plates?

Polar molecules are attracted to the oppositely charged metal plates due to the electrostatic forces. The molecules will align themselves with the electric field between the plates, causing the plates to exhibit slight dipole moments. This can lead to changes in the properties of the molecules, such as increased polarity or reorientation of molecular orientation.


What molecule that has oppositely charged ends is called?

Those molecules are polar.


Why do nonpolar molecules not have oppositely charged ends?

Nonpolar molecule is one which electrons are shared equally in bonds. Such a molecule does not have oppositely charged ends. This is true of molecules made from two identical atoms or molecules that are symmetric, such as CCl4.


Are attractions among ions within a crystal lattice are weak?

No, attractions among ions within a crystal lattice are strong due to the electrostatic forces between oppositely charged ions. These attractions create a stable structure that gives crystals their rigidity and specific properties.


What is the strongest intermolecular force in NaBr?

This could be a catch question! NaBr is ionic and there are no molecules. The inter ionic forces are electrostatic.