Definition of the hydrogen bond (IUPAC Recommendations 2011)

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. © 2011...

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Main Authors: Arunan, E, Desiraju, G, Klein, R, Sadlej, J, Scheiner, S, Alkorta, I, Clary, D, Crabtree, R, Dannenberg, J, Hobza, P, Kjaergaard, H, Legon, A, Mennucci, B, Nesbitt, D
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011
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Summary: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. © 2011 IUPAC.