Nonbonded interactions

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008004",
  "term": "Nonbonded interactions",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Forces between atoms in a molecule or between molecules that are not connected by covalent bonds. These interactions include van der Waals forces (comprising London dispersion forces and dipole-dipole interactions), hydrogen bonds, and electrostatic forces between charged or polarized sites. The collective effect of these weaker forces dictates the three-dimensional shape (conformation) of large molecules like proteins and nucleic acids and governs the packing of molecules in condensed phases.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "intramolecular",
    "eclipsing strain",
    "transannular strain"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2193. 'Basic terminology of stereochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2212 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122193)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/nonbonded-interactions/"
}