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The polar head of a phospholipid is made of _______ molecules.

a. phosphate
b. protein
c. carbohydrate
d. fatty acid

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a. phosphate. The polar head of a phospholipid is negatively charged and is made up of phosphate molecules. This polar head region attracts water (hydrophilic) and is positioned outward to interact with water.
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