Intermolecular Forces and Nomenclature

These flashcards cover key terms and definitions related to intermolecular forces and nomenclature in chemistry, fundamental for understanding molecular interactions and compound naming.

Van Der Waals Forces

Weaker intermolecular forces named after Johannes Van Der Waals, including dispersion forces, dipole-dipole interactions, and hydrogen bonds.

London Dispersion Forces

Extremely weak attractive forces created by the movement of electrons that lead to temporary dipoles.

Dipole-Dipole Interactions

Attractive forces between two polar molecules due to dipole moments created by uneven electron sharing.

Hydrogen Bonds

The strongest type of intermolecular force, occurring between hydrogen and highly electronegative elements like F, O, or N.

Binary Compounds

Compounds made up of two elements, typically consisting of two nonmetals.

Ternary Compounds

Compounds made up of more than two elements, often consisting of a metal and a nonmetal polyatomic ion.

Covalent Compounds

Compounds formed between two or more nonmetal elements.

Ionic Compounds

Compounds made up of a metal and a nonmetal.

Dipole Moment

Measure of the separation of positive and negative charges in a system, indicating the strength of the dipole.

Electrostatic Forces

Attractive forces that arise from the interaction of charged particles.