Autopolar

/ˌɔːtəʊˈpoʊlər/ adjective

Definition

Having the property of being polar or having opposite charges within itself, particularly describing molecules or systems that naturally exhibit polarity.

Etymology

From auto- (self) + polar (having two opposite poles or charges). The term developed in chemistry and physics to describe inherent molecular polarity.

Kelly Says

Water is autopolar—its molecules are naturally polarized with positive and negative ends—which is why it's such an amazing solvent and basically the reason life exists on Earth.

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