Chapter 8, Problem 8.27P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

A structure for the complex between $\left[18\right]\text{-crown-6}$ and methylammonium ion is to be drawn. Also, the important interactions between the crown ether and the ion are to be shown.

Concept introduction:

The dipole moment is defined as the charge separation between two atoms in a covalent bond or between two ions in an ionic bond. It is used to determine the polarity of atoms or ions.

When the value of dipole moment is zero, then the molecule is said to be non-polar, and when the value of dipole moment is not zero, then the molecule is said to be polar and possess permanent dipole moment.