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How does the hydrophobic part of soap molecules interact with oil droplets?

Options

  1. AIt repels them
  2. BIt surrounds them
  3. CIt dissolves them
  4. DIt breaks them down

Correct answer

B. It surrounds them

Step-by-step solution

The hydrophobic part of soap molecules surrounds the oil droplets in the micelle.

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