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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Lipids are insoluble in water because lipid molecules are
Options
A Hydrophilic
B Neutral
C Hydrophobic
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D Translucent
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Lipids are insoluble in water because they are hydrophobic ('water-fearing'). Their molecules are mostly nonpolar and do not form favorable interactions with polar water molecules. Hydrophilic means 'water-loving'.

Hint

Are lipids attracted to or repelled by water?

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