Distinguish between the three intermolecular forces: dipole-dipole interaction, dispersion forces and hydrogen bonding.

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The Answer is Dipole/dipole interaction is found between polar molecules where the negative end of one molecule is attracted to the positive end of another. Dispersion forces are found between all molecules. The motion of a molecule's electrons causes the formation of temporary dipoles which can induce dipoles in neighboring molecules leading to a force of attraction. Hydrogen bonding is a particularly strong dipole/dipole interaction that occurs when hydrogen is covalently bonded to O, N or F. This results in a large positive partial charge on hydrogen which is then strongly attracted to electronegative O, N, or F on neighboring atoms.

Distinguish Between the Three Intermolecular Forces: Dipole-Dipole Interaction, Dispersion Forces