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What part of the phospholipid bilayer “hates” water?

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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

the fatty acid tails are hydrophobic

they hates water

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Answer:

Phospholipids are able to form cell membranes because the phosphate group head is hydrophilic (water-loving) while the fatty acid tails are hydrophobic (water-hating)

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