chemical attraction

• Force ou processus par lequel des atomes, des ions ou des molécules s'attirent mutuellement pour former des liaisons chimiques ou interagir, souvent en raison de forces électrostatiques ou d'électrons partagés.

The force or process by which atoms, ions, or molecules are drawn together to form chemical bonds or interact, often due to electrostatic forces or shared electrons.

1. Intermolecular forceB2formal

   The force that holds atoms or molecules together in a compound or substance, such as ionic, covalent, or hydrogen bonds.

   attraction chimique

   • The chemical attraction between sodium and chlorine forms table salt.
   • Hydrogen bonds are a type of chemical attraction that gives water its unique properties.
   • The strength of a chemical attraction determines the melting point of a substance.

2. Romantic chemistryB2informal

   A strong, often unexplainable, mutual interest or connection between two people, likened to a chemical reaction.

   alchimie amoureuse

   • There was an immediate chemical attraction between them at the party.
   • Their relationship is based on a powerful chemical attraction.
   • You can't force a chemical attraction; it either happens or it doesn't.