Intermolecular forces. (Janet D. Stemwedel, Adventures in Science and Ethics)

"Intermolecular forces are the forces between molecules, whereas intramolecular forces are those within molecules. (The bonds that hold the atoms in a molecule together are intramolecular forces.) A quick note before we jump in: When chemical educators are explaining intermolecular forces, they almost always use examples of intermolecular attractions..."

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