Distinguish between hydrophilic and hydrophobic molecules

A) Hydrophilic molecules are attracted to water, whereas hydrophobic molecules do not interact with water molecules.
B) Hydrophilic molecules do not interact with water molecules, whereas hydrophobic molecules are attracted to water.
C) Hydrophilic molecules are inorganic, whereas hydrophobic molecules are organic.
D) Hydrophilic molecules are organic, whereas hydrophobic molecules are inorganic.
E) Hydrophilic molecules are monomers, whereas hydrophobic molecules are polymers.


Answer: A

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