Definition of the Hydrogen Bond, IUPAC Recommendations

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title

Pure and Applied Chemistry

Publication Date

1-1-2011

Volume

83

First Page

1637

Last Page

1641

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.

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