Distinguish Between Hydrophilic and Hydrophobic Molecules

question 177

Multiple Choice

Distinguish between hydrophilic and hydrophobic molecules.

• A)Hydrophilic molecules are attracted to water,whereas hydrophobic molecules do not interact with water molecules.
• B)Hydrophilic molecules do not interact with water molecules,whereas hydrophobic molecules are attracted to water.
• C)Hydrophilic molecules are inorganic,whereas hydrophobic molecules are organic.
• D)Hydrophilic molecules are organic,whereas hydrophobic molecules are inorganic.
• E)Hydrophilic molecules are monomers,whereas hydrophobic molecules are polymers.

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