Intramolecular Forces
Definition
These are the forces that hold atoms together within a molecule. They are much stronger than intermolecular forces.
Analogy
Think of intramolecular forces like the glue that holds together the pieces of a puzzle (the atoms in a molecule). Without this "glue," the puzzle would fall apart.
Related terms
Ionic Bond: This is a type of intramolecular force where one atom gives up one or more electrons to another atom, creating ions which attract each other due to their opposite charges.
Covalent Bond: Another type of intramolecular force where atoms share one or more pairs of electrons, creating a strong bond between them.
Metallic Bond: This is an intramolecular force found in metals, where electrons are shared among many atoms, forming what's often referred to as an 'electron sea'.
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