Chapter 11, Problem 3KT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The key term corresponding to the definition “an intermolecular attraction based on permanent dipoles involving a $\text{H}$ atom bonded to $\text{O}$ or $\text{N}$” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The forces which initiate the interaction between the atoms of a molecule are known as the intermolecular forces.

The intermolecular forces are of two types; forces of attraction and forces of repulsion. The names of the intermolecular forces are ion-dipole forces of attraction, van der Waal's forces, hydrogen bonding, dispersion forces and others.