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nonpolar

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nonpolar
[-pō′lər]
Etymology: L, non + polus, pole
pertaining to molecules that have low polarity and have a hydrophobic affinity, tending to exclude or avoid water. Nonpolar substances tend to dissolve in nonpolar solvents. Compare polar.
nonpolar [non-po´lar]
not having poles; not exhibiting dipole characteristics.
nonpolar
not having poles; not exhibiting dipole characteristics.
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