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Question

In a cell membrane, how do hydrophilic and hydrophobic interactions contribute to its structure?

Accepted Answer

Hydrophilic heads face outward and hydrophobic tails face inward, forming a bilayer.

Answer

Hydrophilic tails face outward and hydrophobic heads face inward, forming a bilayer.

Answer

Both hydrophilic and hydrophobic parts face outward, forming a single layer.

Answer

Both hydrophilic and hydrophobic parts face inward, forming a single layer.