Meaning water-loving, a hydrophilic substance is one that readily associates with water.
Meaning water-loving, a hydrophilic substance is one that readily associates with water. It is possible for some molecules to have both hydrophobic and hydrophilic character. This mixed character can give a molecule useful properties – soap will attract grease but dissolve in water.
It is possible for some molecules to have both hydrophobic and hydrophilic character. This mixed character can give a molecule useful properties – soap will attract grease but dissolve in water.