Question

why do the hydrophobic tails of phospholipids point inward in the bilayer? a they are attracted to proteins b they form bonds with glucose c they repel water d they are pulled toward the nucleus

Explanation:

Hydrophobic means water - fearing. In a cell membrane bilayer, the hydrophobic tails point inward to avoid contact with the aqueous environment inside and outside the cell.

Answer:

C. They repel water