Hydrophobic: Definition and Example

Hydrophobic: Definition and Example
Definition:
Hydrophobic molecule is defined as the molecule which does not have affinity for the Water.

The Hydrophobic repel the water.

Hydrophobic meaning “Hydro” meaning water and “phobic” meaning fear
Hydrophobic molecules are the nonpolar. Nonpolar molecule which does not have the charge. Without the electrical charge, a molecule can not interact with the water molecule.

 Example:
Wax, Oil, Alkenes


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