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dipole

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Noun — An object, for example a magnet or a polar molecule, that carries opposite charge or polarity at each of its two ends.

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It is a specialist term from physics, chemistry and radio engineering.

Etymology

Dipole is formed in English from the prefix di-, meaning two, combined with pole.

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Frequently asked questions

What does dipole mean?
It means something with two opposite charges or poles, such as a magnet or a polar molecule.
What is a dipole in chemistry?
The grounding text describes it as a molecule or radical with delocalized positive and negative charges.
What is a dipole antenna?
It is a type of radio antenna, referred to simply as a dipole, built around this same two-pole idea.

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