In the given figure label the parts

Options

A. A-Hydrophilic tail, B-hydrophobic head
B. A-Hydrophobic tail, B-hydrophobic head
C. A-Hydrophobic tail, B-hydrophilic head
D. A-Hydrophilic tail, B-hydrophilic head

Answer

C

Explanation

The `RCOO^(-)` ion formed in the water contains two parts, a long hydrocarbon chain R (non-polar or hydrophobic tail) and a polar group `COO^(-)` (polar or hydrophilic head).