Question

which part of the cell membrane is hydrophilic (water - loving)? a the whole membrane b the phosphate head c the fatty acid tail

Explanation:

Cell membranes are composed of phospholipids. Phospholipids have a phosphate - containing head and fatty - acid tails. The phosphate head is polar and attracted to water (hydrophilic), while the fatty - acid tails are non - polar and repel water (hydrophobic). The whole membrane is not hydrophilic as it has hydrophobic components.

Answer:

B. the phosphate head