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An equation of state for a fluid composed of particles that have a non-zero size and a pairwise attractive inter-particle force
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Weak forces between (closed-shell) atoms and molecules. Attractive for long distances, repulsive for short distances. Sometimes used as synonym for the attractive London (dispersion) force (the only attractive force between  noble gases).

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A definition or brief description of Van der Waals forces.

Weak forces between (closed-shell) atoms and molecules. Attractive for long distances, repulsive for short distances. Sometimes used as synonym for the attractive London (dispersion) force (the only attractive force between noble gases).

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