Hydrophobic Part
Definition
The hydrophobic part refers to a region of a molecule that does not have an affinity for water. These parts are typically non-polar and prefer to interact with other non-polar substances.
Related terms
Hydrophilic Part: This is the region of a molecule that has an affinity for water. These parts are usually polar and prefer to interact with other polar substances.
Non-Polar Molecule: A type of molecule that shares electrons equally and does not have oppositely charged ends.
Polarity: Polarity refers to the distribution of electric charge in a molecule. Polar molecules have uneven charges across their structure due to differences in electronegativity between bonded atoms.
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AP Biology - 2.4 Plasma Membranes
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