Article
Definition of the Hydrogen Bond
Chemistry and Biochemistry Faculty Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2010
Disciplines
Abstract
A novel definition for the hydrogen bond is recommended here. It takes into account the theoretical and experimental knowledge acquired over the past century. This definition insists on some evidence. Six criteria are listed that could be used as evidence for the presence of a hydrogen bond.
Citation Information
Definition of the Hydrogen Bond
E. Arunan, G. R. Desiraju, R. A. Klein, J. Sadlej, S. Scheiner, I. Alkorta, D. C. Clary, R. H. Crabtree, J. J. Dannenberg, P. Hobza, H. G. Kjaergaard, A. C. Legon, B. Mennucci, D. J. Nesbitt
Pure and Applied Chemistry (submitted)
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