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Which of the following substances find i...

Which of the following substances find itself difficult to pass through the membrane ?

A

Lipophilic

B

Hydrophilic

C

Hydrophobic

D

Both A and C

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The correct Answer is:
B
Hydrophilic substance finds itself difficult to pass through the membrane as it is not lipid soluble.
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