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Which part of the phospholipid is hydrophobic?

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [C]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Understanding the structure of phospholipids
	**Related Topics**: Cell membrane structure, lipid bilayers, hydrophilic vs. hydrophobic substances
	**Prerequisites**: Basic knowledge of molecular biology and chemistry
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
		- Phospholipid consists of a phosphate head and fatty acid tails
		- The phosphate head is polar, while the fatty acid tails are non-polar
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Identify the components of the phospholipid structure.
		Reasoning: Phospholipids are made up of two distinct parts: a hydrophilic (water-attracting) head and hydrophobic (water-repelling) tails.
		Formula/Rule: Phospholipid structure: $ \text{Phosphate Head} + \text{Fatty Acid Tails} $
	2. Determine which part of the phospholipid is responsible for its hydrophobic nature.
		Working: The fatty acid tails are long hydrocarbon chains that do not interact favorably with water.
		Key Point: The non-polar nature of the tails makes them hydrophobic.
	3. Conclude which part of the phospholipid is hydrophobic.
		Result: The fatty acid tails are the hydrophobic part of the molecule.
		Verification: Confirm that the phosphate head is hydrophilic, contrasting the tails.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] :x: The phosphate head is hydrophilic, not hydrophobic.
[B] :x: The glycerol backbone is part of the structure but is not hydrophobic.
[C] ✓: The fatty acid tails are hydrophobic due to their non-polar nature.
[D] :x: The entire molecule contains both hydrophobic and hydrophilic parts, but only the tails are hydrophobic.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing hydrophobic and hydrophilic parts: Remember that hydrophobic substances repel water, while hydrophilic substances attract water.
		2. Overlooking the structure of the phospholipid: Visualize the phospholipid to understand which parts are polar and which are non-polar.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Use mnemonic devices: "Fatty tails flee water" to remember that fatty acid tails are hydrophobic.
		2. Sketch the phospholipid structure to visualize the arrangement of hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions.

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Phosphate head

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Glycerol backbone

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The correct Option is "Fatty acid tails"

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Entire molecule

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