Single Answer MCQ
Q-00040046
What role does the hydrophobic tail of soap play?
1
It attracts water.
2
It repels oil.
3
It binds to dirt.
4
It increases solubility.
Answer and Solution
Answer
C. It binds to dirt.
Solution:
The hydrophobic tail of soap molecules binds to oily substances, which allows the soap to emulsify dirt and oil so they can be washed away with water.
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