Asked by Kayla Bryfogle on Jul 22, 2024
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Which part of a fatty acid is hydrophilic?
A) carboxyl group head
B) hydrocarbon tail
C) glycerol head
D) saturated tail
E) unsaturated tail
Fatty Acid
Organic compound that consists of an acidic carboxyl group “head” and a long hydrocarbon “tail.” Can be saturated or unsaturated.
Hydrophilic
Describes a substance that dissolves easily in water.
Carboxyl Group
A functional group consisting of a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom and single-bonded to a hydroxyl group (-COOH), found in organic acids.
- Understand the significance and roles of lipids within living organisms.
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DA
Devika AshokJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
The carboxyl group head of a fatty acid is hydrophilic because it is polar and can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the significance and roles of lipids within living organisms.