Fluorophilic interaction

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004532",
  "term": "Fluorophilic interaction",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specific attractive force between fluorinated compounds or segments, arising from London dispersion forces and the unique electronic properties of fluorine atoms. This interaction drives the self-assembly of fluorinated molecules in non-fluorinated media, leading to phase separation. It is a key factor in the design of fluorinated surfactants and materials for specialized applications.",
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "see_also": [
    "fluorous"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 85, 463. 'Terminology for aggregation and self-assembly in polymer science (IUPAC Recommendations 2013)' on page 471 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-12-03-12)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/fluorophilic-interaction/"
}