chemical attraction
- noun
- /ˈkɛmɪkəl əˈtrækʃən/
- Specialized
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atracción química
- The chemical attraction between the atoms is strong.
Examples
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Understanding chemical attraction is fundamental in the study of chemistry.
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Can you explain the chemical attraction in this compound?
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The chemical attraction between hydrogen and oxygen forms water molecules.
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The fabric dye relies on chemical attraction to adhere to natural fibers.
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In chemistry class, we learned that chemical attraction is essential for forming molecules.
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The chemical attraction between hydrogen and oxygen atoms creates water.
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Understanding chemical attraction helps scientists explain why elements bond together.
Synonyms
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8.2
The way one substance sticks to and holds another
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5.1
A strong attraction that holds atoms together in a molecule
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7.0
A strong connection between molecules or proteins in science
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3.4
A force that holds atoms or ions together to form a compound
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4.7
A pull that makes two things move toward each other, like gravity or magnets
Weak attractions between atoms or molecules caused by temporary shifts in electric charge
How Strong
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3.4
- Specialized
Surface Forms
Morphology
The meaning is directly compositional: 'chemical' specifies the domain (chemistry) and 'attraction' denotes a pulling force, so a learner who knows both words can infer it refers to the attractive force between atoms or molecules. This follows a standard modifier+noun pattern common across languages, making the phrase easily understandable without prior exposure.
Etymology
Chemical attraction shows a simple picture: tiny chemical parts called atoms pull toward each other like little magnets, and the word attraction shows the 'pull' that makes them stick together. So it means 'the force that binds atoms into molecules'.