Biochemistry : Molecular Bonds and Forces

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for Biochemistry

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Example Questions

Example Question #31 : Fundamental Macromolecules And Concepts

What are van der Waals interactions?

Possible Answers:

Interactions between ions of different charges

Interactions between hydrophobic molecules

Interactions between compounds containing aromatic rings

Weak interactions between any two atoms in close proximity

Interactions between ions of the same charge

Correct answer:

Weak interactions between any two atoms in close proximity

Explanation:

van der Walls interactions are weak attractive interactions that occur between any two atoms in close enough proximity for their electron clouds to interact.

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