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dipole-dipole interaction definition

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Intermolecular or intramolecular interaction between molecules or groups having a permanent electric dipole moment . The strength of the interaction depends on the distance and relative orientation of the dipoles. The term applies also to intramolecular interactions between bonds having permanent dipole moments. See also van der Waals forces.


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Differential thermal analysis (DTA) definition
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