The hydrogen bond plays a critical role in diverse biological phenomena. Although discovered 90 years ago, the precise chemical nature of this unique interaction has remained in dispute.
Hydrogen atoms are close together. The electron from each atom feels the attraction from the proton in the nucleus of the other atom. This attraction pulls the atoms together and the electrons are ...
We in West Michigan are blessed by the presence of two noted institutions of higher education: Hope College here in Holland, and Calvin University in Grand Rapids.