10 Questions
Which part of the phospholipid is attracted to water?
The head
Which region of the phospholipid is hydrophobic?
The tail
How are phospholipids arranged in the plasma membrane?
With the hydrophobic tails facing inwards and outwards
What makes phospholipids amphipathic molecules?
Both their hydrophilic heads and hydrophobic tails
Why do phospholipids form a stable structure in water?
Because the polar heads are hydrophilic
Which type of molecule is the lipid bilayer primarily composed of?
Phospholipid molecules
What is the hydrophilic region of a phospholipid attracted to?
Water
Why are phospholipids considered amphipathic molecules?
Because they have both a hydrophilic and hydrophobic region
How are the polar heads of phospholipid molecules arranged in the plasma membrane?
They face the internal and external fluid environment of the cell
What is the orientation of the hydrophobic fatty acid tails in the lipid bilayer?
They face each other
Test your knowledge on the structure and properties of the lipid bilayer with this quiz! Learn about the hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions of phospholipids and their role in creating an amphipathic molecule.
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