non-polar

[US]/[ˈnɒn ˈpɔːlər]/
[UK]/[ˈnɑːn ˈpoʊlər]/
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Translation

adj.Not having a dipole moment; lacking polarity.; Relating to or characteristic of non-polar substances.
n.A non-polar compound or substance.

Phrases & Collocations

non-polar solvent

non-polar region

becoming non-polar

non-polar bonds

highly non-polar

non-polar molecule

relatively non-polar

non-polar environment

assessing non-polarity

non-polar nature

Example Sentences

the solvent was non-polar, making it ideal for dissolving hydrocarbons.

non-polar molecules like methane exhibit weak intermolecular forces.

we observed a non-polar environment within the lipid bilayer.

the reaction favored non-polar conditions for optimal yield.

the non-polar functional group is characteristic of alkanes.

the data suggested a non-polar interaction between the proteins.

the non-polar tail of the surfactant is hydrophobic.

we used a non-polar chromatography column for separation.

the polymer's non-polar nature contributed to its water resistance.

the analysis confirmed the sample's predominantly non-polar composition.

the non-polar region of the protein interacts with the membrane.

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