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Hydrophilic Substances

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Verified for the 2026 examโ€ขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โ€ข Last updated August 2025

Definition

Hydrophilic substances are those that have an affinity for water. They are typically polar and capable of forming hydrogen bonds with water, which makes them soluble in water.

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