Question

phospholipid bilayer
which term best describes the essential property of the phospholipid bilayer constituting the biochemical makeup of the plasma membrane?
it consists of a hydrophobic tail and a hydrophilic head.
both the tail and the head exhibit hydrophilic and hydrophobic property.
it consists of a hydrophilic tail and a hydrophobic head.

Explanation:

Phospholipids in the plasma - membrane's bilayer have a hydrophilic (water - loving) head and a hydrophobic (water - fearing) tail. This structure is essential for the membrane's function and properties.

Answer:

It consists of a hydrophobic tail and a hydrophilic head.