Van Der Waals Interaction Energy Formula

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Van der Waals Interaction Energy include attraction and repulsions between atoms, molecules, and surfaces, as well as other intermolecular forces. Check FAQs
UVWaals=-A12π(h)2
UVWaals - Van der Waals Interaction Energy?A - Hamaker Coefficient?h - Surface Separation?π - Archimedes' constant?

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-8.3E-27Edit=-3.2E-21Edit123.1416(101Edit)2
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Van Der Waals Interaction Energy Solution

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FIRST Step Consider the formula
UVWaals=-A12π(h)2
Next Step Substitute values of Variables
UVWaals=-3.2E-21J12π(101m)2
Next Step Substitute values of Constants
UVWaals=-3.2E-21J123.1416(101m)2
Next Step Prepare to Evaluate
UVWaals=-3.2E-21123.1416(101)2
Next Step Evaluate
UVWaals=-8.32101130435031E-27J
LAST Step Rounding Answer
UVWaals=-8.3E-27J

Van Der Waals Interaction Energy Formula Elements

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Constants
Van der Waals Interaction Energy
Van der Waals Interaction Energy include attraction and repulsions between atoms, molecules, and surfaces, as well as other intermolecular forces.
Symbol: UVWaals
Measurement: EnergyUnit: J
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Hamaker Coefficient
Hamaker coefficient A can be defined for a Van der Waals body–body interaction.
Symbol: A
Measurement: EnergyUnit: J
Note: Value can be positive or negative.
Surface Separation
Surface separation is the distance between two surfaces.
Symbol: h
Measurement: LengthUnit: m
Note: Value should be greater than 0.
Archimedes' constant
Archimedes' constant is a mathematical constant that represents the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
Symbol: π
Value: 3.14159265358979323846264338327950288

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​Go Surface Area of Adsorbent Covered
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How to Evaluate Van Der Waals Interaction Energy?

Van Der Waals Interaction Energy evaluator uses Van der Waals Interaction Energy = -(Hamaker Coefficient)/(12*pi*(Surface Separation)^2) to evaluate the Van der Waals Interaction Energy, The Van Der Waals Interaction Energy formula is defined as van der Waals interaction energy per unit area. Van der Waals Interaction Energy is denoted by UVWaals symbol.

How to evaluate Van Der Waals Interaction Energy using this online evaluator? To use this online evaluator for Van Der Waals Interaction Energy, enter Hamaker Coefficient (A) & Surface Separation (h) and hit the calculate button.

FAQs on Van Der Waals Interaction Energy

What is the formula to find Van Der Waals Interaction Energy?
The formula of Van Der Waals Interaction Energy is expressed as Van der Waals Interaction Energy = -(Hamaker Coefficient)/(12*pi*(Surface Separation)^2). Here is an example- -8.3E-27 = -(3.2E-21)/(12*pi*(101)^2).
How to calculate Van Der Waals Interaction Energy?
With Hamaker Coefficient (A) & Surface Separation (h) we can find Van Der Waals Interaction Energy using the formula - Van der Waals Interaction Energy = -(Hamaker Coefficient)/(12*pi*(Surface Separation)^2). This formula also uses Archimedes' constant .
Can the Van Der Waals Interaction Energy be negative?
Yes, the Van Der Waals Interaction Energy, measured in Energy can be negative.
Which unit is used to measure Van Der Waals Interaction Energy?
Van Der Waals Interaction Energy is usually measured using the Joule[J] for Energy. Kilojoule[J], Gigajoule[J], Megajoule[J] are the few other units in which Van Der Waals Interaction Energy can be measured.
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