Question

Cluster of molecules in which the hydrophobic tails are in the interior of the clusterand the ionic ends are on the surface of the cluster, are called :

• A. scum
• B. micelles
• C. colloids
• D. emulsion

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

micelles

Cluster of molecules in which the hydrophobic tails are in the interior of the cluster and the ionic ends are on the surface of the cluster, are called Micelles. They are formed when soaps and detergents are added to water. They are responsible for the cleansing action of soap.