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Physics

Dipole Moment

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Water's dipole moment is why it can dissolve so many substances—its charge separation makes it a universal solvent.

Why this is interesting

Think of a magnet with a north and south pole—now imagine the same idea with electric charges. Why do some molecules behave like tiny magnets in an electric field?