Which of the Following Statements About the Phospholipids That Make

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the phospholipids that make up the plasma membrane is true?

A) The phosphate group is polar and therefore hydrophobic, meaning it loves to associate with water.
B) The phosphate group is polar and therefore hydrophobic, meaning it hates to associate with water.
C) The phosphate group is polar and therefore hydrophilic, meaning it loves to associate with water.
D) The phosphate group is nonpolar and therefore hydrophobic, meaning it hates to associate with water.
E) The phosphate group is polar and therefore hydrophilic, meaning it hates to associate with water.