min. dist. between protons



 I am working with Macromodel, and have the problem that it generates
 structures in which the approach between two non-bonded hydrogens can
 be as little as 1.76 Angstroms, and the energy of such interactions
 is reported to be relatively low. I have used both the Amber force
 field and the MM2 force field. I don't understand how such a close
 interaction can have such a low energy. Can anyone please offer me an
 explanation?
 Kate Sunter.