What is the chemical structure of soap and detergent molecules?

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What is the chemical structure of soap and detergent molecules?

  1. Hydrophilic head and hydrophobic tail ✓
  2. Hydrophilic tail and hydrophobic head
  3. Hydrophilic head and hydrophilic tail
  4. Hydrophobic head and hydrophobic tail

Explanation

Soap molecules have a water-loving head and water-hating tail. The head dissolves in water. The tail dissolves in grease and oil.

This dual nature lets soap remove grease. Tails grab grease while heads pull it into water.

Remember: Hydrophilic means water-loving. Hydrophobic means water-fearing.

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