Question

multiple - choice question
the phospholipid is made of... select all that apply.
hydrophilic (polar) head
hydrophobic (nonpolar) tails
hydrophilic (polar) tails
hydrophobic (nonpolar) head

Explanation:

Phospholipids are amphipathic molecules. Their structure consists of a hydrophilic (polar) head which is attracted to water. This is due to the phosphate - containing group in the head. The tails are made of fatty acids which are hydrophobic (non - polar) as they are non - charged and non - polar in nature. Hydrophilic tails and hydrophobic heads are incorrect as per the standard phospholipid structure.

Answer:

Hydrophilic (polar) head, Hydrophobic (nonpolar) tails