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Question about dipoles...
What is the difference between a dipole in physics and a dipole in chemistry?
What is the difference between a dipole in physics and a dipole in chemistry?
marc32123 said:What is the difference between a dipole in physics and a dipole in chemistry?
dipole said:Dipoles in chemistry usually refer to polarized molecules, whereas in physics they sometimes are referring to idealized mathematical point dipoles.
A dipole is a molecule or a part of a molecule that has both positive and negative charges, resulting in a separation of electric charge. This creates a dipole moment, which is a measure of the polarity of the molecule.
Dipoles are formed when there is an unequal distribution of electrons in a molecule, causing one end to have a slightly positive charge and the other end to have a slightly negative charge. This can occur due to differences in electronegativity between atoms in a molecule.
Dipoles play a crucial role in many chemical reactions and properties. They determine the solubility of molecules in different solvents, as well as the strength of intermolecular forces between molecules. Dipoles also influence the reactivity and stability of molecules.
Dipoles can be measured using various techniques, such as spectroscopy and X-ray crystallography. In spectroscopy, the dipole moment can be determined by measuring the difference in energy levels between different rotational states of the molecule. In X-ray crystallography, the positions of atoms in a molecule can be determined, allowing for the calculation of the dipole moment.
Yes, dipoles can be canceled out by the presence of another dipole with an equal and opposite orientation. This is known as dipole-dipole cancellation. Additionally, dipoles can also be canceled out by the presence of ions with opposite charges, known as ion-dipole cancellation.