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lipids are waterproof so the water just slides right off.

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How do Phospholipid interact with water?

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Polar solvents like water would be least soluble in lipids because lipids are nonpolar molecules. Lipids are hydrophobic, meaning they do not interact well with water. This is why lipids form structures such as cell membranes to separate their hydrophobic tails from water.


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What accounts for the grease spots in lipids?

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Lipis are what molecules because they have no negative and positive molecules?

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What will lipids dissolve in if the can't dissolve in water?

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Which lipids are polar?

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What do lipids desolve in?

Lipids dissolve in non-polar solvents such as organic solvents, including chloroform, ether, and benzene. These solvents have similar non-polar characteristics as lipids, allowing them to interact and dissolve effectively. Lipids are generally not soluble in water due to their non-polar nature.


What specific chemical property makes lipids hydrophobic?

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