intermolecular
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of intermolecular
Example Sentences
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In organic chemistry, π-stacking systems are supramolecular structures that arise due to the dispersion force, a type of intermolecular noncovalent interaction.
From Science Daily • May 23, 2024
Their analysis revealed that the salen-type metal complexes lack any distinctive structural features, indicating that their explosive nature is linked to the chemical bonding of the perchlorate ions and their surrounding intermolecular interactions.
From Science Daily • Jan. 25, 2024
Dr. Izawa points out: "The intermolecular interactions at the D/A interface play a significant role in CT state formation, with stronger interactions yielding superior results."
From Science Daily • Sep. 20, 2023
All of the attractive forces between neutral atoms and molecules are known as van der Waals forces, although they are usually referred to more informally as intermolecular attraction.
From Textbooks • Feb. 14, 2019
This substance, originally conceived to occupy the intermolecular spaces and to serve as a medium for the propagation of undulations, is now regarded by many physicists as replacing matter.
From The Approach to Philosophy by Perry, Ralph Barton
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