What makes the "head" of a phospholipid hydrophilic?

A) The even distribution of electrons across the fatty acids makes the head polar.
B) The uneven distribution of electrons across the fatty acids makes the head polar.
C) The phosphate group carries a negative charge, making the head polar.
D) The phosphate group carries a negative charge, making the head nonpolar


Ans: C) The phosphate group carries a negative charge, making the head polar.

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