Question

multiple choice question
in aqueous solutions, the charged ____ of phospholipids are attracted to the water phase, and the nonpolar ____ are repelled. this property causes lipids to naturally assume single and double layers.
o tails, glycerol
o heads, glycerol
o glycerol, ester bond
o heads, tails
o tails, heads

Explanation:

Phospholipids have charged, hydrophilic heads that are attracted to water, and non - polar, hydrophobic tails that are repelled by water. This amphipathic nature leads to the formation of lipid layers.

Answer:

D. heads, tails