Which of the Following Is FALSE When Considering Van Der

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is FALSE when considering van der Waals interactions?

• A) The van der Waals radius represents the most stable distance between two interacting centers.
• B) Van der Waals radii can determine molecular surfaces.
• C) Molecules that interact by van der Waals forces do not interpenetrate.
• D) The total interaction energy is the sum of the attractive and repulsive forces.
• E) They are not important in determining the stability of three-dimensional structures of proteins.

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