AP BIOLOGY

THE CELL

TRANSPORT INTO AND OUT OF THE CELL

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which term means “water-loving”?
A
Cohesion
B
Nonpolar
C
Hydrophilic
D
Hydrophobic
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option is B Hydrophilic. Hydrophobics are referred to as water repelling while hydrophilics are referred to as water loving. Hydrophilic substances dissolve in water whereas hydrophobic substances do not dissolve in water.

Detailed explanation-2: -Having an affinity for water. A membrane which will wet with aqueous (water) solutions. Hydrophilic membranes are generally chosen for use with aqueous solutions.

Detailed explanation-3: -(chemistry) Having an affinity for water; hydrophilic.

Detailed explanation-4: -A hydrophile is a molecule or other molecular entity that is attracted to water molecules and tends to be dissolved by water.

Detailed explanation-5: -(haɪˈɡrɒfɪləs ) or hygrophil (ˈhaɪɡrəˌfɪl ) adjective. (of a plant) growing in moist places.

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