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.
Recommended Citation
Definition of the Hydrogen Bond, IUPAC Recommendations 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 2011 83 1637-1641