Dipole Moment Calculator - Calculator Academy

Enter the total charge and the distance of separation between charges into the calculator to determine the dipole moment.

Dipole Moment Formula

The following formula is used to calculate the dipole moment.

u = Q * r

u is the dipole moment (Debye)
Q is the charge (C)
r is the distance (m)

To calculate a dipole moment, multiply the particle charge by the distance.

Dipole Moment Definition

A dipole moment is defined as the product of the charge and radius between two particles in a chemical bond.

Dipole Moment Example

how to calculate a dipole moment?

First, determine the charge between the particles.
Calculate or measure the charge between the particles.
Next, determine the distance between particles.
Measure the distance between the particles that are bonded.
Finally, calculate the dipole moment.
Enter the charge and distance into the formula to determine the dipole moment.

FAQ

What is a dipole moment?

A dipole moment is the force of charge between two particles in a chemical bond. Covalent and Ionic bonds are types of bods that create dipole moments.